Michael Shermer is an American professional best known for playing Author for the book Why People Believe Weird Things.
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Best Known For:The book Why People Believe Weird Things
10 Quick Facts About Michael Shermer
- Full Name: Michael Shermer
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Famous Person
- Known For: the book Why People Believe Weird Things
- Place of Birth: Glendale, California
- Birth Year: 1954
- Gender: Male
- Specialization: Author / Writer and Academic / Educator
- Net Worth: $375K – $3.8M
- Salary: $45K – $188K
Michael Shermer Age
Michael Shermer is about 72 years old as of 2026. Michael Shermer was born in 1954.
Education
He attended Claremont Graduate University, where he earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in History of Science.
- Claremont Graduate University
- Qualification: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
- Field of Study: History of Science
Career & Work
Michael Shermer's career includes business leadership roles with The Skeptics Society.
Organization: The Skeptics Society
Role: Founder
Period: 1992
Rise to Fame
Michael Shermer rose to prominence for his role for the book Why People Believe Weird Things.
Notable Works
Notable works include Why People Believe Weird Things.
Book
- Book: Why People Believe Weird Things (Author, 1997)
Personal Information
- Full Name: Michael Shermer
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Famous Person
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
Birth & Background
- Birth Year: 1954
- Place of Birth: Glendale, California
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K – $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K – $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Public-facing work and related ventures
