Neil Gaiman is an English author of short fiction, novels, comic books, graphic novels, audio theater, and screenplays.
Neil Gaiman Bio/Wiki
| Real Name | Neil Richard MacKinnon Gaiman |
| Nickname | Neil Gaiman |
| Profession | Author, voice actor |
| Date of Birth | 10 November 1960 |
| Age | 65 years (As of 2025) |
| Birth Place | Portchester, Hampshire, England |
| Nationality | British |
| Hometown | Portchester, Hampshire, England |
| Gender | Male |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
| Caste | not known |
| Religion | Christian |
| Social Media | Instagram X (Twitter) |
Education Qualification
| School | Update soon |
| College | Whitgift School (1970-74) Ardingly College (1974-77) |
| Education Qualification | Graduation |
Neil Gaiman Age
British author Neil Gaiman was born on 10 November 1960 in Protchester, United Kingdom. As of 2025, he is 65 years old and his zodiac sign is Scorpio.
Neil Gaiman Wife
| Marital Status | Divorced |
| Affairs/Girlfriend | Not known |
| Spouse | Mary McGrath (1985-2007) Amanda Palmer (2011-2022) |
| Children | Holly Gaiman, Michael Gaiman, Maddy Gaiman Anthony Gaiman |
Neil Gaiman Family
| Father’s Name | David Bernard Gaiman |
| Mother’s Name | Sheila Gaiman |
| Brother’s Name | None |
| Sister’s Name | Lizzy Calcioli Claire Edwards |
| Wife/Spouse | Mary McGrath (1985-2007) Amanda Palmer (2011-2022) |
Career
| Debut | In 1980, he started his career as a journalist and writing book reviews. |
Neil Gaiman Awards –
- 1991 – World Fantasy Award
- 2001 – Bram Stoker Award for Novel
- 2002 – Hugo Award for Best Novel
- 2003 – Nebula Award for Best Novel
- 2005 – Quill Award For Graphic Novel
- 2007 – Locus Award For Best Collection
- 2009 – John Newbery Medal
- 2009 – Audie Audiobook of the Year
- 2010 – SFX Award For Best Graphic Novel
- 2014 – Shorty Award For Best Author
Note – Apart from his, he has received many awards and honors during his tenure which showcase his talent.
Neil Gaiman Books
- 1989 – The Sandman: The Doll’s
- 1990 – a Dream of a Thousand Cats
- 1990 – Good Omens
- 1990 – American Gods
- 1991 – The Sandman: Dream Country
- 1991 – Fables and Reflections
- 1991 – A Game of You
- 1992 – The Sandman: Season of Mists
- 1993 – The Sandman: The Kindly Ones
- 1994 – The Sandman: Brief Lives
- 1994 – The Tragicla Comedy of Mr. Punch
- 1996 – Neverwhere
- 1997 – stardust
- 1997 – The Sandman: The Wake
- 1998 – Smoke and Mirrors
- 1998 – The Absolute Sandman
- 1999 – The Sandman: The Dream
- 2002 – Coraline
- 2002 – Coraline: The Graphic Novel
- 2003 – Marvel 1602
- 2003 – The Sandman: Endless Nights
- 2003 – The Wolves In the Walls
- 2003 – A Study in Emerald
- 2005 – MirrorMask
- 2005 – Anansi Boys
- 2006 – Fragile Things
- 2006 – How To Talk To Girls At Parties
- 2007 – M Is for Magic
- 2007 – InterWorld
- 2008 – Odd and the Forest Giants
- 2008 – The Graveyard Book
- 2009 – Batman: Whatever Happened to the Caped Crusader?
- 2012 – Death: The Deluxe Edition
- 2013 – Fortunately, the Milk
- 2013 – The Sleeper and the Spindle
- 2013 – The Sandman Omnibus
- 2013 – The Ocean at the End of the Lane
- 2017 – Norse Mythology
- 2019 – The Problem of Susan and Stories
- 2019 – Snow, Glass, Apples
- 2021 – Sandman Death
- 2023 – What You Need to Be Warm
Neil Gaiman’s Height & Weight
| Height (approx) | In centimeters – 180 cm In meters – 1.80 m In feet & inches – 5’ 11” |
| Weight (approx) | In kilograms – 70 kg In pounds – 150 lbs |
| Eye Colour | Brown |
| Hair Colour | Brown |
Neil Gaiman’s Net Worth
| Net Worth (approx) | $18 Million (As of 2025) |
| Net Worth in Indian Rupees | Rs. – 160 Crores |
| Salary (approx) | Update soon |
| Income Source | Writing, Social Media, Business, etc. |
Some Lesser Facts About Neil Gaiman
- Neil Gaiman was born and raised in Portchester, England.
- His father David Bernard Gaiman was a businessman and her mother Sheila Gaiman was a pharmacist.
- He has two younger sisters, Claire and Lizzy.
- His family moved to the Sussex town of East Grinstead in 1965 where his parents studied “Dianetics’ in the Scientology center of the town.
- He became an avid reader at the age of four.
- He received the school English and reading prizes for his interest in reading.
- In his childhood, he was truly inspired by fantasy novels.
- In the early 1980s, he became a journalist and started conducting interviews.
- 1980 he also began writing book reviews, extensively for ‘The British Fantasy Society.’
- His first professional short story ‘Featherquest’ was published in 1984.
- In 1987, he started writing comic books.
- One of his finest works is his 2001 novel ‘American Gods’ acclaimed critically and commercially. The Fantasy novel became a best seller upon its release and won him many awards.
- In 2008, he wrote another fantasy novel titled ‘The Graveyard Book’ which follows the adventures of a boy named Bod.
- He is known for being an avid beekeeper and has several beehives at his home.
- He once wrote a short story on Twitter, tweeting it out line by line to his followers.
- He is a self-proclaimed lover of libraries and has been a strong advocate for their importance.
- He voiced a character in “The Simpsons” and appeared as himself in an episode of ‘The Bang Theory.”
- Gaiman is a talented musician and has collaborated with various artists on music projects.
FAQ:
How old is Neil Gaiman?
65 years (As of 2025)
Who is Neil Gaiman’s wife?
Mary McGrath (1985-2007)
Amanda Palmer (2011-2022)
What is Neil Gaiman’s net worth?
Approx – $18 Million (As of 2025)