J. D. Salinger

Known for

Writing

Born

January 1, 1919

Died

January 27, 2010

Birthplace

New York City, New York, USA

Jerome David Salinger was an American writer who is known for his widely-read novel “The Catcher in the Rye.” Following his early success, Salinger led a very private life for more than a half-century. He published his final original work in 1965 and gave his last interview in 1980.