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Ishmael Reed
American poet, novelist, essayist, songwriter, playwright, editor and publisher (born 1938)
Ishmael Reed was born on February 22, 1938 in Chattanooga, United States, and is 88 years old.
Born
February 22, 1938
Ishmael Reed is 88 years old as of October 7, 2026 (UTC).
Source:
Synchronized from Wikidata on October 5, 2026.
- Birthplace
- Chattanooga, United States
- Professions
- university teacher, songwriter, journalist, poet, playwright, novelist, lyricist, science fiction writer, writer
- Citizenship
- United States
More about Ishmael Reed
- Zodiac sign
- Pisces
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- Encyclopædia Britannica Online
- IMDb
- Internet Speculative Fiction Database
- SNAC
- The Fine Art Archive
- Brockhaus Enzyklopädie
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Questions people ask
How old is Ishmael Reed?
Ishmael Reed is 88 years old as of October 7, 2026 (UTC).
When is Ishmael Reed’s birthday?
Ishmael Reed’s recorded birthday is February 22.
Where was Ishmael Reed born?
Ishmael Reed was born in Chattanooga, United States.