Nellie Bly was born on May 5, 1864 in Burrell, PA. American journalist best known for her record-breaking trip around the world, inspired by author Jules Verne's book Around The World in 80 Days. She once faked insanity in order to do an investigative report on mental institutions.
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💰Nellie Bly Net worth: $17 Million
About
American Journalist best known for her record-breaking trip around the world, inspired by author Jules Verne's book Around The World in 80 Days. She once faked insanity in order to do an investigative report on mental institutions.
Before Fame
Born Elizabeth Cochran, she only had enough money to attend one term of boarding school.
Trivia
She is the protagonist of the 2014 novel The New Colossus, by Marshall Goldberg.
Family Life
She married Robert Seaman in 1895.
Associated With
She met science-fiction author Jules Verne on her trip in France.
