Author
Ray Bradbury
Ray Bradbury was born on August 22, 1920 in Waukegan, Illinois. He published his first short story at age 22 and published The Martian Chronicles at 30.
Ray Bradbury was born in 1920 and lived to age 92. Anyone born before 1920 is older than Ray. Anyone over 92 is older than Ray ever was.
Born
August 22, 1920
Waukegan, Illinois
World pop: ~1.9B
Died
June 5, 2012
World pop: ~7.1B
Ray's age at death
92
Your age
20
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Ray's Life Timeline
Ray Bradbury was born on August 22, 1920, in Waukegan, Illinois. He grew up during the Great Depression, which influenced his writing and worldview. His family moved to Los Angeles in the 1930s, where he developed a passion for storytelling and began writing at a young age. Bradbury's early exposure to literature and film shaped his unique voice as a writer.
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Bradbury's major career achievements began in the 1940s when he published his first short stories in various magazines. In 1953, he became widely known for his dystopian novel 'Fahrenheit 451,' which critiques censorship and the suppression of ideas. Throughout the 1950s and 1960s, he published several acclaimed works, including 'The Martian Chronicles' in 1950 and 'Something Wicked This Way Comes' in 1962, solidifying his status as a leading figure in science fiction.
In his later life, Bradbury continued to write and inspire new generations of readers and writers. He received numerous awards, including the National Medal of Arts in 2004. Ray Bradbury passed away on June 5, 2012, at the age of 91, leaving behind a rich legacy of literature that continues to resonate with audiences worldwide.
Published his first short story
Ray Bradbury was 22 years old when he published his first short story, 'Hollerbochen's Dilemma,' in 1942. This marked the beginning of his career as a writer, showcasing his early talent and imagination.
Ray Bradbury was 22 years old when he published his first short story in 1942. Are you older than Ray was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Published The Martian Chronicles
Ray Bradbury was 30 years old when he published 'The Martian Chronicles' in 1950. This collection of interconnected stories about the colonization of Mars established him as a significant voice in science fiction.
Ray Bradbury was 30 years old when he published The Martian Chronicles in 1950. Are you older than Ray was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Published Fahrenheit 451
Ray Bradbury was 33 years old when he published 'Fahrenheit 451' in 1953. The novel became a classic, addressing themes of censorship and the power of literature, and is still widely studied today.
Ray Bradbury was 33 years old when he published Fahrenheit 451 in 1953. Are you older than Ray was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Published Something Wicked This Way Comes
Ray Bradbury was 42 years old when he published 'Something Wicked This Way Comes' in 1962. This dark fantasy novel further showcased his ability to blend horror and fantasy with profound themes.
Ray Bradbury was 42 years old when he published Something Wicked This Way Comes in 1962. Are you older than Ray was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Received the National Medal of Arts
Ray Bradbury was 84 years old when he received the National Medal of Arts in 2004. This prestigious award recognized his significant contributions to American literature and culture.
Ray Bradbury was 84 years old when he received the National Medal of Arts in 2004. Are you older than Ray was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Passed away
Ray Bradbury was 91 years old when he passed away on June 5, 2012. His death marked the end of an era for science fiction, but his works continue to inspire and influence writers and readers around the world.
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Age by Year
| Year | Age | Notable Event |
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| 1920 | 0 | |
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| 1926 | 6 | |
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| 1932 | 12 | |
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| 1935 | 15 | |
| 1936 | 16 | |
| 1937 | 17 | |
| 1938 | 18 | |
| 1939 | 19 | |
| 1940 | 20 | |
| 1941 | 21 | |
| 1942 | 22 | published his first short story |
| 1943 | 23 | |
| 1944 | 24 | |
| 1945 | 25 | |
| 1946 | 26 | |
| 1947 | 27 | |
| 1948 | 28 | |
| 1949 | 29 | |
| 1950 | 30 | published The Martian Chronicles |
| 1951 | 31 | |
| 1952 | 32 | |
| 1953 | 33 | published Fahrenheit 451 |
| 1954 | 34 | |
| 1955 | 35 | |
| 1956 | 36 | |
| 1957 | 37 | |
| 1958 | 38 | |
| 1959 | 39 | |
| 1960 | 40 | |
| 1961 | 41 | |
| 1962 | 42 | published Something Wicked This Way Comes |
| 1963 | 43 | |
| 1964 | 44 | |
| 1965 | 45 | |
| 1966 | 46 | |
| 1967 | 47 | |
| 1968 | 48 | |
| 1969 | 49 | |
| 1970 | 50 | |
| 1971 | 51 | |
| 1972 | 52 | |
| 1973 | 53 | |
| 1974 | 54 | |
| 1975 | 55 | |
| 1976 | 56 | |
| 1977 | 57 | |
| 1978 | 58 | |
| 1979 | 59 | |
| 1980 | 60 | |
| 1981 | 61 | |
| 1982 | 62 | |
| 1983 | 63 | |
| 1984 | 64 | |
| 1985 | 65 | |
| 1986 | 66 | |
| 1987 | 67 | |
| 1988 | 68 | |
| 1989 | 69 | |
| 1990 | 70 | |
| 1991 | 71 | |
| 1992 | 72 | |
| 1993 | 73 | |
| 1994 | 74 | |
| 1995 | 75 | |
| 1996 | 76 | |
| 1997 | 77 | |
| 1998 | 78 | |
| 1999 | 79 | |
| 2000 | 80 | |
| 2001 | 81 | |
| 2002 | 82 | |
| 2003 | 83 | |
| 2004 | 84 | received the National Medal of Arts |
| 2005 | 85 | |
| 2006 | 86 | |
| 2007 | 87 | |
| 2008 | 88 | |
| 2009 | 89 | |
| 2010 | 90 | |
| 2011 | 91 | |
| 2012 | 92 | passed away |
