American author who wrote the 1974 bestselling novel, Jaws, which was later adapted into a popular Steven Spielberg film. Benchley’s other works include The Deep (1976) and The Island (1979). Peter Benchley was born on May 8, 1940, in New York City, NY. He was best known for writing Jaws, which director Steven Spielberg later turned into a film. He grew up in New York City and graduated from Harvard University. Early in his career, he worked for both The Washington Post and Newsweek and also served as a speechwriter for President Lyndon Johnson . Scroll below and check our most recent updates about Peter Benchley Net Worth, Salary, Biography, Age, Career, Wiki. Also discover more detailed information about Current Net worth as well as Monthly/Year Salary, Expense, Income Reports!

His brother, Nat Benchley, became an actor and an author. Peter Benchley and his wife, Wendy Wesson, were married for over forty years. He has not shared about His parent’s names. We will update Family, Sibling, Spouse, and Children’s information. Right now, we don’t have much information about Education Life.

Jaws remained on the American bestseller list for forty-four weeks after its publication in 1974.

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