At the time of his death, Michael was estimated to be worth a staggering $400 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth. That worth comes chiefly from the works he created, and from selling the rights to those various stories for movies, TV shows, and other merchandise. His books have sold over 200 million copies worldwide, and more than a dozen of his books were also adapted into movies.
Michael Crichton
Author
Net worth: $400 Million
Michael Crichton is a best-selling author known for Jurassic Park, The Andromeda Strain, The Great Train Robbery, and Sphere. His books sold more than 200 million copies worldwide. Michael also worked as a film director, writing and directing Westworld among other films. He was also the creator of the hit NBC series ER.
Birthdate: Oct. 23, 1942
Birthplace: Chicago, Ill.
Birth Name: John Michael Crichton
Father: John Henderson Crichton
Mother: Zula Miller Crichton
