Description:
(Author, Humorist, Voice Actor and Radio Personality)
Garrison Keillor is the legendary radio host of the well-known live radio variety show ‘A Prairie Home Companion’. Also an acclaimed author, Keillor has published more than 15 books and is a regular columnist for ‘Time Magazine’ and ‘Atlantic Monthly’ and has also published his stories in ‘The New Yorker’. He continues to write for a variety of publications and some of his bestselling books include ‘Lake Wobegon Days’, ‘Homegrown Democrat’ and ‘WLT: A Radio Romance’. He has received numerous awards such as the Peabody Award, Grammy Award and finds a place in the Radio Hall of Fame. Widely admired and regarded as ‘a modern day Mark Twain’, Garrison Keillor has established himself as one of the most popular personalities in the American entertainment industry. Known for his keen perspective, witty remarks and good sense of humor, Garrison Keillor seldom reads a monologue or follows a typical scriptural format. He also wrote the screenplay for the 2006 movie ‘A Prairie Home Companion’.
Birthday
August 7, 1942 (Leo)
Born In
United States
Alternative names
Gary Edward Keillor
Height
193 cm
Spouse/Ex-
Jenny Lind Nilsson (1995–present), Mary Guntzel (1965–1976), Ulla Skaerved (1985–1990)
Parents
John Philip Keillor
Grace Ruth
Is Garrison Keillor still writing?
Yes, Garrison Keillor is still writing. He continues to be a prolific writer, contributing essays and columns to various publications.
What is Garrison Keillor's famous radio show?
Garrison Keillor is best known for creating and hosting the popular radio show "A Prairie Home Companion," which aired from 1974 to 2016.
Has Garrison Keillor written any books?
Yes, Garrison Keillor is a published author with several books to his name. Some of his notable works include "Lake Wobegon Days," "Pontoon," and "Good Poems."
Does Garrison Keillor still perform live shows?
Yes, Garrison Keillor continues to perform live shows, including storytelling events, lectures, and music performances.
What is Garrison Keillor's writing style known for?
Garrison Keillor's writing style is often characterized by its humor, wit, and keen observations of everyday life in small-town America.
