Joan Didion

Joan Didion

writer United States

Joan Didion was a renowned American author and essayist, known for her distinctive voice and insightful observations on culture, politics, and personal experience. Her works often explored themes of loss, identity, and the complexities of the human psyche. Didion's notable books include 'Slouching Towards Bethlehem' and 'The Year of Magical Thinking', the latter detailing her grief following the death of her husband. She was celebrated for her literary contributions and her ability to capture the essence of a moment, making her a pivotal figure in contemporary American literature.

Born on Dec 05, 1934 (91 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
216,836
Power
12,415$
Sentiment
9.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United States 1 9.00 0.05% +0% 331,002,651 156,060 $21,000,000 9,901$
France 1 9.00 0.09% +0% 65,273,511 60,776 $2,700,000 2,514$
Totals 2 396,276,162 216,836 $23,700,000 12,415$
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Recent Mentions

United States United States: The author Joan Didion’s recipe box and meticulous menu plans were presented to the public this year by the New York Public Library. 9

The New York Times: The New York Times News Quiz, Nov. 27, 2025

France France: Joan Didion was a renowned author whose posthumous publication has sparked debate about the editing of such texts. 9

Le Monde: « Notes à John », de Joan Didion : le feuilleton littéraire de Tiphaine Samoyault

Norway Norway: Joan Didion was a celebrated and unique American author who passed away in 2021, leaving behind notes written over 20 years earlier. 9

Aftenposten: Anmeldelse av Joan Didion sin bok Nedtegnelser til John

Finland Finland: Joan Didion was an exceptionally admired writer known for her reports and novels that explored the turning points of American culture in the 1960s and 1970s. 9

Helsingin Sanomat: Olisiko Joan Didion halunnut kaikkien lukevan hänen terapiamuistiinpanonsa?