Jeffrey Archer Net Worth 2023: Author, Age, Bio, wiki, Income (Updated)

What Is Jeffrey Archer Net Worth? (Recent Reports)

Net Worth$200 Million
BornApril 15, 1940
Age82 Years Old
Birth PlaceLondon, England
OccupationAuthor and Former Politician
Last Updated2023

Jeffrey Archer is an English author. He is also a former politician and was a member of parliament from 1969 to 1974. 

His net worth is $200 million in 2023.

He wrote a novel named “Kane And Abel” in 1979, which is one of the Best Selling Books in the world with over 34 million copies sold around the world. 

His political career ended as he was imprisoned for three years (2001-2003) for perjury and perverting the course of justice.

Do you want to learn more about him? If yes, keep reading!

Jeffrey Archer Biography/Wikipedia/Wiki

Real Name Jeffrey Howard Archer
Known AsJeffrey Archer 
BirthdateApril 15, 1940
Age82 Years Old
GenderMale
Zodiac SignAries
Height5’ 9’’
WeightUnknown 
NationalityBritish
Ethnicity Unknown 
Relationship StatusMarried
Spouse/GirlfriendMary Archer
ChildrenTwo
Net Worth$200 Million
ProfessionAuthor and Former Politician

How Was Jeffrey Archer’s Early Life And Education?

Jeffrey Archer’s birthdate is April 15, 1940, and his birthplace is London, England. 

His father’s name is William Archer, and his mother’s name is Lola Archer. His family moved to Somerset when he was only two weeks old. 

Archer has a half-sister named Rosemary Turner.

In 1951, he won a scholarship and went to Wellington School in Somerset. He left the school with O-levels in art, history, and English literature.

How Did Jeffrey Archer Start His Career?

After Archer left school, he did a variety of jobs including training with the army. 

He worked as a physical education teacher at Vicar’s Hill School in Hampshire and then at Dover College in Kent.

He was offered a place at the Oxford University Department For Continuing Education to study for a Diploma of Education in 1963. 

He became a member of Brasenose College.

Although the diploma course only lasted a year, he spent three years at Oxford and became president of the Oxford University Athletic Club.

He raised money for the charity Oxfam and also obtained the support of The Beatles in a fundraising drive. 

In 1969, he started Arrow Enterprises, a fundraising, and public relations company. The same year, he opened his own art gallery called the Archer Gallery in Mayfair. The gallery couldn’t make money and two years later, he sold it.

At the age of 29, he was elected as a member of parliament for the Lincolnshire constituency of Louth where he held the seat for the Conservative Party in a by-election in 1969. Archer beat Ian Gow in these elections.

In 1974, he wrote his very first book called “Not a Penny More, Not a Penny Less.” A radio and a TV adaptation of the book was aired on BBC in the early 1980s and 1990s respectively.

Archer was accused of stealing three suits from a department store in 1975. He denied those accusations for a long time but in the late 1990s, he accepted the accusations but no charges were made against him.

In 1979, he wrote a book called “Kane and Abel,” which is known to be one of his best-selling books in the world by The New York Times.

He once again became a popular speaker among the Conservative grassroots in the 1980s. 

In 1985, he was appointed as a deputy chairman of the Conservative Party by Margaret Thatcher. 

Archer was charged with perjury and perverting the course of justice during the 1987 libel trial on September 26, 2000. As a result, he was imprisoned for three years (2001-2003).

On July 21, 2003, he was released on license from Hollesley Bay.

In 2004, the government of Equatorial Guinea alleged that he was one of the financiers of the failed 2004 coup d’etat attempt against it, citing bank details and telephone records as evidence. Mr. Mann was the leader of the coup.

As a result, Mr. Mann was imprisoned in Equatorial Guinea.

Jeffrey Archer’s Personal Life

In July 1966, Archer got married to Mary Weeden, a scientist.

They have two children: William Archer, a theatrical producer, and James Archer, a financial adviser, and businessman.

How Does Jeffrey Archer Make His Money?

The main sources of income through which Archer makes his money are:

  • Earning as an author
  • Earning as a politician
  • Earning through TV shows

Jeffrey Archer’s Social Media Accounts

Jeffrey Archer Bibliography

  • Kane and Abel
  • Only Time Will Tell
  • Next in Life
  • Nothing Ventured
  • Over My Dead Body
  • The Sins of the Father
  • Best Kept Secret

Jeffrey Archer Quotes

“If you make a deal with a fool, don’t be surprised when they act foolishly.”

Jeffrey Archer

“You can often judge the character of a person by the way he treats his fellow men.”

Jeffrey Archer

“Sometimes it’s an advantage to be disadvantaged.”

Jeffrey Archer

Major Career Highlights

  • Archer was offered a position at the Oxford University Department For Continuing Education to study for a Diploma of Education in 1963.
  • After leaving Oxford, he continued as a charity fundraiser and worked for the National Birthday Trust.
  • In 1969, he started Arrow Enterprises, a fundraising, and public relations company.
  • When he was 29, he was elected as a member of parliament.
  • In 1999, he was selected by the Conservative Party as a candidate for the London Mayoral Election.

Success Lessons To Learn From Jeffrey Archer’s Life

  • Be confident.
  • Build your skills.
  • Never stop working hard.

Summary

Jeffrey Archer is an English author. He is also a former politician and was a member of parliament from 1969 to 1974.

He has written books including “Kane and Abel,” “Only Time Will Tell,” and “Next In Line.”

I hope you have learned important lessons from his life and will apply them in your life.

As per recent updates, the net worth of Archer is $200 million…!

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Frequently Asked Questions

These are some of the questions asked about Archer

Where Was Jeffrey Archer Born?

Jeffrey Archer was born in London, England.

What Is The Net Worth Of Jeffrey Archer?

Jeffrey Archer has a net worth of $200 million.

What Is The Name Of Jeffrey Archer’s Wife?

Jeffrey Archer’s wife’s name is Mary Archer.

How Many Children Does Jeffrey Archer Have?

Jeffrey Archer has two children: William Archer and James Archer.

What Is The Age Of Jeffrey Archer?

Jeffrey Archer is 82 years old.

What Is The Height Of Jeffrey Archer?

Jeffrey Archer is 5’ 9’’ tall.

When Did Jeffrey Archer Become A Member Of Parliament?

Jeffrey Archer became a member of parliament in 1969.

What Is The Name Of The First Book Written By Jeffrey Archer?

The first book written by Jeffrey Archer is “Not a Penny More, Not a Penny Less.” 

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