Profession: Novelist
Nationality: 
American
Biography: Known for his blockbuster science-fiction novels such as Jurassic Park and The Andromeda Strain.
Born: October 23, 1942
Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois, USA
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Scorpio
Died: November 4, 2008 (aged 66)
Cause of Death: Cancer
Married Life
- 1965-01-01 American novelist Michael Crichton (22) weds high school sweetheart Joan Radam; divorce in 1970
- 1978-12-31 American best-selling author Michael Crichton (36) weds second wife, American lawyer Kathleen St. Johns; divorce in 1980
- 1980-09-05 American lawyer Kathleen St. Johns divorces American best-selling author Michael Crichton (37) after nearly 2 years of marriage
- 1981-10-22 American best-selling author Michael Crichton (39) weds third wife, American broadcast journalist Suzanne Childs; divorce in 1983
Historical Events
- 1994-09-19 Hospital based drama series "ER" premieres on NBC, created by novelist and filmmaker Michael Crichton, starring George Clooney, Anthony Edwards and Noah Wyle
- 1996-05-10 "Twister" disaster film written by Michael Crichton starring Helen Hunt and Bill Paxton premieres
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