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Mark Victor Hansen Facts: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Family, and Net Worth

Last Updated on April 15, 2026: By Richard Newman

Mark Victor Hansen is an American professional best known for playing Co-author for the book Chicken Soup for the Soul.

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Best Known For:The book Chicken Soup for the Soul
Breakthrough:Published the first Chicken Soup for the Soul book, which went on to become a global publishing phenomenon in 1993

10 Quick Facts About Mark Victor Hansen

  • Full Name: Mark Victor Hansen
  • Nationality: American
  • Known For: The book Chicken Soup for the Soul
  • Current Role: Founder and CEO
  • Date of Birth: January 8, 1948
  • Age: 78 years old
  • Place of Birth: Waukegan, Illinois
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: Crystal Dwyer Hansen
  • Specialization: Author / Writer
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Mark Victor Hansen Age

Mark Victor Hansen is about 78 years old as of 2026. Mark Victor Hansen was born in 1948.

Education

He attended Southern Illinois University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree.

  • Southern Illinois University
    • Qualification: Bachelor's degree

Rise to Fame

Mark Victor Hansen rose to prominence for his role for the book Chicken Soup for the Soul.

Notable Works

  • Book: Chicken Soup for the Soul (Co-author, 1993)

Mark Victor Hansen Family & Relationships

Mark Victor Hansen is married to Crystal Dwyer Hansen. He has 2 children, Elisabeth and Melanie.

  • Children:
    • Elisabeth
    • Melanie

Lesser Known Facts

  • Mark Victor Hansen was inducted into the Sales and Marketing Hall of Fame in 2000.

Personal Information

  • Full Name: Mark Victor Hansen
  • Gender: Male
  • Occupation: Famous Person
  • Nationality: American
  • Living Status: Alive
  • Ethnicity: White

Birth & Background

  • Date of Birth: January 8, 1948
  • Age: 78
  • Birthday: January 8
  • Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
  • Place of Birth: Waukegan, Illinois

Measurements

  • Eye Color: Blue
  • Hair Color: Gray

Family & Relationships

  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: Crystal Dwyer Hansen

Net Worth & Income

  • Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
  • Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
  • Source of Income: Business

Related Biographies

  • Jack Canfield (Collaborator • Co-author of Chicken Soup for the Soul)

Online Presence

  • Website:https://markvictorhansen.com/

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