Childhood and Education Journey of Neil Gaiman in Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Neil Gaiman. From birth to education, explore key events.

Neil Gaiman is a prolific English author known for his diverse body of work spanning short fiction, novels, comic books, audio theatre, and screenplays. He gained prominence with The Sandman comic series and has authored acclaimed novels like Good Omens, Stardust, American Gods, Coraline, Anansi Boys, The Graveyard Book, and The Ocean at the End of the Lane. Gaiman has also been involved in television adaptations of his works, including co-creating the TV series Good Omens and The Sandman.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

1914: Family Emigration

Before 1914, Neil Gaiman's great-grandfather emigrated to England from Antwerp.

November 1960: Neil Gaiman's Birth

Neil Richard Gaiman was born on 10 November 1960, in Portchester, Hampshire.

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1965: Move to East Grinstead

In 1965, Neil Gaiman moved to East Grinstead with his family.

1970: Attendance at Ardingly College

In 1970, Neil Gaiman attended Ardingly College in East Grinstead.

1974: Attendance at Whitgift School

In 1974, Neil Gaiman began attending Whitgift School in Croydon.

1977: End of attendance at Whitgift School

In 1977, Neil Gaiman completed his studies at Whitgift School.

1980: Departure from East Grinstead

In 1980, Neil Gaiman left East Grinstead.

1984: Return to East Grinstead

In 1984, Neil Gaiman returned to East Grinstead.

1985: Marriage to Mary McGrath

In 1985, Neil Gaiman married Mary McGrath after having their first child.

1987: Departure from East Grinstead

In 1987, Neil Gaiman left East Grinstead for the final time.

2008: Joined Twitter

In 2008, Neil Gaiman joined Twitter, expanding his online presence.

2016: Refugee Awareness Video

In 2016, Neil Gaiman participated in the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees' video, "What They Took With Them", to raise awareness about the global refugee crisis.

March 2020: Move to New Zealand and Marriage Collapse

In March 2020, Neil Gaiman, Amanda Palmer, and their son moved to New Zealand. Shortly after, their marriage collapsed, and Gaiman traveled to the Isle of Skye, violating COVID-19 lockdown rules. Gaiman later apologized for his behavior. Palmer announced their separation on Patreon.

2021: Reconciliation

In 2021, Neil Gaiman and Amanda Palmer reconciled after their initial separation.

November 2022: Divorce Confirmation

In November 2022, Neil Gaiman and Amanda Palmer released a joint statement confirming they would be getting divorced.

2022: Support for Ukraine

In 2022, during the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Neil Gaiman showed his support by announcing on Twitter that he would not renew contracts with Russian publishers and encouraged donations to Ukrainian refugees.

2023: Call for Alexei Navalny's Release

In 2023, Neil Gaiman joined over 100 other public figures in signing an open letter addressed to Vladimir Putin, the Russian president, demanding the release of Russian prisoner Alexei Navalny.