Walter Alvarez is an American professional best known for playing Author for the book T.
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Best Known For:The book T. rex and the Crater of Doom
Breakthrough:Co-proposed the asteroid impact theory for the K-Pg extinction in 1980
10 Quick Facts About Walter Alvarez
- Full Name: Walter Alvarez
- Nationality: American
- Known For: The book T. rex and the Crater of Doom
- Current Role: Professor emeritus
- Date of Birth: October 3, 1940
- Age: 86 years old
- Place of Birth: Berkeley, California
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Milly Alvarez
- Specialization: Academic / Educator and Scientist / Researcher
Walter Alvarez Age
Walter Alvarez is about 86 years old as of 2026. Walter Alvarez was born in 1940.
Education
His educational background includes studies at Carleton College and Princeton University.
- Carleton College
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
- Field of Study: Geology
- Princeton University
- Qualification: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
- Field of Study: Geology
Career & Work
Walter Alvarez's career includes professional roles with University of California, Berkeley.
Organization: University of California, Berkeley
Role: Professor
Period: 1977–Present
Details: Berkeley
Rise to Fame
Walter Alvarez gained public attention through Co-proposed the asteroid impact theory for the K-Pg extinction.
Notable Works
- Book: T. rex and the Crater of Doom (Author, 1997)
Walter Alvarez Family & Relationships
Walter Alvarez is married to Milly Alvarez.
- Father: Luis Walter Alvarez
- Mother: Geraldine Smithwick
Personal Information
- Full Name: Walter Alvarez
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Famous Person
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: October 3, 1940
- Age: 86
- Birthday: October 3
- Zodiac Sign: Libra
- Place of Birth: Berkeley, California
Family & Relationships
- Father: Luis Walter Alvarez
- Mother: Geraldine Smithwick
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Milly Alvarez
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $63,000–$354,000 (Estimated range)
- Net Worth: $164,000–$7,103,000 (Estimated range)
- Source of Income: Professional employment and other applicable income
