Sharon Olds is an American professional best known for playing Author for the book Stag's Leap.
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Best Known For:The book Stag's Leap
Breakthrough:Pulitzer Prize for Poetry in 2013
10 Quick Facts About Sharon Olds
- Full Name: Sharon Olds
- Nationality: American
- Known For: The book Stag's Leap
- Current Role: Professor
- Current Employer: New York University
- Date of Birth: November 19, 1942
- Age: 83 years old
- Place of Birth: San Francisco, California
- Marital Status: Divorced
- Specialization: Author / Writer and Academic / Educator
Sharon Olds Age
Sharon Olds is about 84 years old as of 2026. Sharon Olds was born in 1942.
Education
Her educational background includes studies at Stanford University and Columbia University.
- Stanford University
- Qualification: Bachelor of Arts (BA)
- Period: 1964
- Columbia University
- Qualification: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
- Period: 1972
Career & Work
Sharon Olds' career includes professional roles with New York University.
Organization: New York University
Role: Professor of Creative Writing
Period: 1983–Present
Details: New York
Rise to Fame
Sharon Olds rose to prominence for her role for the book Stag's Leap.
Notable Works
Notable works include Stag's Leap and The Dead and the Living.
- Book: Stag's Leap (Author, 2012)
- Book: The Dead and the Living (Author, 1984)
Awards & Achievements
- Pulitzer Prize for Poetry — Columbia University — Stag's Leap
Personal Information
- Full Name: Sharon Olds
- Gender: Female
- Occupation: Famous Person
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: November 19, 1942
- Age: 83
- Birthday: November 19
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
- Place of Birth: San Francisco, California
Measurements
- Eye Color: Blue
- Hair Color: Gray
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Divorced
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Employment
