Thomas Francis McGuane III

Novelist

Birthday December 11, 1939

Birth Sign Sagittarius

Birthplace Michigan

Age 84 years old

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About

An acclaimed American author of novels, short stories, essays, and screenplays, he is known for works such as The Bushwacked Piano and The Sporting Club. His third novel, Ninety-Two in the Shade, was nominated for the National Book Award.

Before Fame

He used the proceeds from the publication of his first novel to purchase a ranch in Montana. The Montana landscape figured into many of his subsequent works.

Trivia

His semi-autobiographical novel, Panama, was universally despised by critics and sparked a heated debate.

Family Life

He was born in Michigan, and he attended both Michigan State University and Yale University. After divorcing his first wife, Rebecca Crockett, he married actress Margot Kidder.

Associated With

His novel, Panama, revealed his life with his third wife, Laurie Buffett (the sister of Jimmy Buffett).

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