Ted Kooser is an American professional best known for playing Author for the book Delights & Shadows.
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Best Known For:The book Delights & Shadows
Breakthrough:Appointed as the United States Poet Laureate Consultant in Poetry in 2004
10 Quick Facts About Ted Kooser
- Full Name: Ted Kooser
- Nationality: American
- Known For: The book Delights & Shadows
- Current Role: Poet / professor emeritus
- Current Employer: University Of Nebraska
- Date of Birth: April 25, 1939
- Age: 87 years old
- Place of Birth: Ames, IA
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Kathleen Rutledge

Ted Kooser Age
Ted Kooser is about 87 years old as of 2026. Ted Kooser was born in 1939.
Education
His educational background includes studies at Iowa State University and University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
- Iowa State University
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
- University of Nebraska-Lincoln
- Qualification: Master's degree
Rise to Fame
Ted Kooser rose to prominence for his role for the book Delights & Shadows.
Notable Works
- Book: Delights & Shadows (Author, 2004) — Pulitzer Prize winner
Awards & Achievements
- Pulitzer Prize for Poetry — Pulitzer Board — Delights & Shadows
Ted Kooser Family & Relationships
Ted Kooser is married to Kathleen Rutledge.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Ted Kooser
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Famous Person
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: April 25, 1939
- Age: 87
- Birthday: April 25
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus
- Place of Birth: Ames, IA
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Kathleen Rutledge
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Employment
Related Biographies
- Kathleen Rutledge (Spouse • Wife)
Online Presence
- Website:http://www.tedkooser.com









