Marianne Williamson is an American author, lecturer, and activist, widely recognized for her work in spirituality and social justice. She gained national attention as a Democratic candidate in the 2020 U.S. presidential race.
Marianne Deborah Williamson was born on July 8, 1952, in Houston, Texas. Her mother was a traditional homemaker, and her father worked as an immigration lawyer. Her parents were avid travelers who took Marianne and her siblings — Peter and Jane — on trips around the world during their childhood. These early international experiences deeply shaped her worldview, instilling in her a lifelong belief in the equality and inherent worth of all people.
Williamson is an internationally acclaimed speaker and the author of multiple best-selling books. Seven of her twelve published works have appeared on the New York Times Best Sellers list, and four of them reached the number one spot. Her writings often focus on spirituality, personal growth, love, and social progress, often drawing on her long-standing engagement with the spiritual text, A Course in Miracles.
Among her published works are The Law of Divine Compensation, The Age of Miracles, Everyday Grace, A Woman’s Worth, Illuminata, Healing the Soul of America, A Course in Weight Loss, The Gift of Change, Enchanted Love, and A Year of Miracles. Her contributions to the self-help and personal development space have earned her widespread respect and a devoted readership.
In addition to her literary success, Williamson has been a popular guest on numerous television programs, including The Oprah Winfrey Show, Good Morning America, and Real Time with Bill Maher, where she has shared her insights on love, politics, and spiritual activism.
Marianne Williamson announced her candidacy for the 2020 Democratic presidential nomination, running on a platform centered around moral and spiritual awakening in America. During the June 2019 Democratic debates, Williamson attracted unexpected attention. Despite being one of the lowest-polling candidates, she stood out for her candid and emotionally driven rhetoric, particularly when she contrasted a politics of love with what she described as a politics of fear and division.
Following the debates, Williamson became the most searched candidate on Google. Her unconventional speaking style and focus on healing and compassion stirred public curiosity and media attention. Though her campaign did not progress to the top tier, it emphasized a unique voice in American politics, advocating for a more humanitarian approach to governance.
Williamson has described herself as a “Jewish unwed mother.” She was briefly married, though she has chosen to keep details of the marriage and her former spouse private. In 1992, she gave birth to her daughter, India Emmanuelle, who is commonly known as Emma.
Throughout the years, Williamson has been linked romantically to notable figures such as producer Howard Koch Jr. and actor Dwier Brown. In the early 1970s, she lived in New York City, where she experienced personal challenges, including struggles with relationships and substance use, before refocusing her life and career on spirituality and public service.
| Birth Date: | 8 Jul, 1952 |
| Age: | 68 yrs |
| Occupations: | Writer Politician Peace activist Philanthropist |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Houston |
| Education: | Pomona College |
| Gender: | Female |
| Description: | American writer and politician |
| Net Worth 2021: | 2 million |
