Who is Ford Richard?
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Update at: Mar 13, 2026Richard Ford (born February 16, 1944) – Public Profile
Note: This profile refers to the American novelist and short-story writer Richard Ford, often listed as Richard Ford rather than "Ford Richard".
Overview
- Full name: Richard Ford
- Birth: February 16, 1944
- Birthplace: Jackson, Mississippi, United States
- Occupation: Novelist, short-story writer, essayist, professor
Notable works
- The Sportswriter (1986) — first novel in his well-known Bascombe series
- Independence Day (1995) — novel; winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1996
- Canada (2012) — novel
- Let Me Be Frank with You (2014) — continuation of the Frank Bascombe character
Awards and honors
- Pulitzer Prize for Fiction, Independence Day (1996)
- Recognized with multiple fellowships and honors from major literary institutions
Recent activity and projects
Richard Ford’s most widely published recent work is Let Me Be Frank with You (2014). Since then, public reports of new novels or major projects have not been widely documented. He has continued to contribute essays and participate in literary events through publishers and cultural institutions.
News and public appearances
There is no single, definitive ongoing news feed dedicated to Richard Ford. For the latest reliable information, consult established outlets and official publisher pages. Prominent sources include the Pulitzer Prize Foundation, Knopf (publisher), and major literary news outlets.
Social media and online presence
Richard Ford does not maintain widely publicized official social media accounts. If any official entries exist, they are typically managed by publishers, literary organizations, or archived interviews. For authoritative biographical information, refer to publisher author pages and respected reference sites.
Where to find reliable information
- Pulitzer Prize Foundation biography of Richard Ford
- Official author page on publisher site (e.g., Knopf)
- Wikipedia and Britannica entries for general biography and bibliography
Which Raj Yogas are in Ford Richard's birth chart?
3 FOUNDFord Richard's chart shows 2 Raj Yogas and 1 challenging combination, including Gaja Kesari Yoga, Rajju Yoga.
Which dasha is Ford Richard running now?
VIMSHOTTARIFord Richard is currently in the Sun mahadasha, running from Apr 5, 2026 to Apr 26, 2026.
What do Ford Richard's numerology numbers say?
Ford Richard's core numbers are Life Path 9, Destiny 3, Soul Urge 9, Personality 3, Kabbalah Number 5, Birth 7.
Chaldean Life Path 9 is Mars-in-service—courage with compassion. It indicates completion, humanitarian work, and lessons in letting go and higher purpose.
Chaldean Destiny 3 indicates creative expression and communication. It supports writing, speaking, marketing, media, and artistic visibility.
Chaldean Soul 9 desires purpose and compassion. It seeks to serve, forgive, and complete cycles with wisdom.
Chaldean Personality 3 appears expressive, social, and creative. Others often see charm, optimism, and communication skills.
Kabbalah Number 5 reflects an inner spiritual code of change and freedom. It supports adaptability, exploration, and growth through experience.
Explore Birth Number 7 in Vedic astrology: discover personality traits, destiny, career inclinations, relationships, and remedies to balance karmic energy.
Life Events & Planetary Transits
Key events mapped against the active Dasha and planetary transits at the time.


















