| Birth Day | October 5, 1958 |
| Birth Place | New York City, NY |
| Neil deGrasse Tyson age | 65 YEARS OLD |
| Birth Sign | Libra |
As of 2024, Neil deGrasse Tyson's net worth is estimated to be an impressive $85 million. Renowned for his expertise in astrophysics and his passion for educating the public about the wonders of the universe, Tyson has become one of the most recognizable figures in his field. Based in New York, he has tirelessly dedicated his career to unraveling the complexities of the cosmos and making science accessible to all. With numerous books, television shows, and public appearances under his belt, Tyson has not only solidified his reputation as an astrophysicist but has also built a substantial fortune in the process.
Astrophysicist who has attempted to bring science to the mainstream with shows like NOVA ScienceNow, an educational science program he hosted on PBS from 2006 to 2011. He played a major role in dismissing Pluto's classification as a planet. He hosted the 2014 science documentary series Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey and he also hosts the popular weekly radio show Star Talk.
He earned a PhD in astrophysics from Columbia University in 1991 and during his collegiate years he was on the rowing and the wrestling teams.
In 2001, US President George W. Bush appointed him to serve on the Commission on the Future of the United States Aerospace Industry and in 2004 he earned the NASA Distinguished Public Service Medal.
He married Alice Young in 1988 and he has two children.
He has made numerous guest appearances on HBO's Real Time with Bill Maher.
