Jerry Pinto Biography

Jerry Pinto, a multi-talented individual known for his roles as an author, poet, translator, and journalist, has left an indelible mark on the literary landscape. Born on April 19, 1966, he embarked on his literary journey with his debut novel “Surviving Women” in 2000, followed by the poetry collection “Asylum and Other Poems” in 2003.

Jerry Pinto Age, Biography, Career, Family, & More

Pinto’s literary prowess has been recognized with prestigious awards and honors, including the National Film Award for Best Book on Cinema for “Helen: The Life and Times of an H-Bomb” in 2008 and The Hindu Literary Prize for “Em and the Big Hoom” in 2012. His contributions to literature span various genres, showcasing his versatility and profound insight into the human experience.

Early Life

Jerry Pinto, raised in Mahim, Mumbai, overcame early parental loss to become a renowned figure in journalism and education. Despite struggling in mathematics during his school years, he found inspiration in mentors like Mrs Lidwin D’Souzaa. Pinto’s diverse career spans teaching, journalism, and editorial roles, showcasing his resilience and dedication.

Education

Jerry Pinto pursued his higher education at Elphinstone College, University of Mumbai, where he obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Liberal Arts. He furthered his academic journey by completing a Bachelor’s in Legislative Law (LLB) from Government Law College, Mumbai. These educational qualifications provided him with a strong foundation for his career as an author, poet, and journalist.

Age

Jerry Pinto, born in 1966 in Goa, India, is a prominent author, poet, and journalist. At the age of 58 in 2024, he calls Mahim, Mumbai his hometown.

Physical Stats

Jerry Pinto’s striking appearance is characterized by his moss green eyes and black hair, adding to his distinctive presence as a versatile author, poet, translator, and journalist.

Wife

Jerry Pinto’s marital status is unmarried.

Family

Details about Jerry Pinto’s parents and siblings are not publicly available.

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Career

Jerry Pinto’s career is a testament to his versatility and dedication. Starting as a freelance journalist and maths tutor, he later ventured into teaching and editorial roles. His contributions to renowned publications like Man’s World magazine and his involvement in special projects for Paprika Media underscore his impact in the media industry. Pinto’s journey from teaching journalism at SCM Sophia College to lecturing at prestigious institutions like KC College and Xavier Institute of Communication reflects his commitment to education and nurturing young minds. Throughout his career, he has remained a prominent figure in both journalism and academia, earning respect for his resilience and passion for his craft.

Books

• When Crows Are White, 2013. ISBN 9788184778571
• The Education of Yuri. Speaking Tiger Books, 2022. ISBN 9789354472688
• Surviving Women. Penguin Books, 2000. ISBN 0-14-028715-9.
• Reflected in Water: Writings on Goa. Penguin Group, 2006. ISBN 0-14-310081-5.
• Phiss Phuss Boom, with Anushka Ravishankar and Sayoni Basu. Illustrated by Vinayak Varma. Duckbill, 2013. ISBN 978-93-83331-08-6
• Murder in Mahim, 2017. ISBN 9789385755293
• Monster Garden. Illustrated by Priya Kuriyan. Duckbill, 2016. ISBN 978-93-83331-26-0
• Citizen Gallery: The Gandhys of Chemould and the birth of modern art in Bombay, 2022
• Bombay, meri jaan: writings on Mumbai, with Naresh Fernandes. Penguin Books, 2003.
• Bollywood Posters, with Sheena Sippy. Thames & Hudson, 2008. ISBN 9780500287767
• Asylum and Other Poems. (Poetry in English). Allied Publishers India., 2003. ISBN 81-7764-527-7

Awards and Honours

• 2016 Windham–Campbell Literature Prizes (Fiction) for Em and The Big Hoom
• 2016 Sahitya Akademi Award for Em and The Big Hoom
• 2013 Crossword Book Award (fiction) for Em and the Big Hoom
• 2012 The Hindu Literary Prize winner for Em and the Big Hoom
• 2007 National Film Award for Best Book on Cinema for Helen: The Life and Times of an H-Bomb

Net Worth

Jerry Pinto’s net worth remains undisclosed.

Some Lesser Known Facts About Jerry Pinto

• Jerry worked as a private maths tutor from the age of 14 years to the age of 30 years. During those days in Mumbai, popular maths tutors would only take students who scored above 80s but Jerry was against this mindset and taught students who were worst at mathematics. For doing this, he was famous as the ‘Duffer Sir.’
• His mother had bipolar disorder and died when he was 35 years old. Jerry always longed for a normal mother. His father passed away before his mother.
• At the age of 21, Jerry entered into journalism at a suggestion by a friend and his articles started being published in a newspaper. After this, he worked as a freelancer maths tutor and journalist.
• He was a poor student in mathematics during his schooldays but Mrs Lidwin D’Souzaa, a maths teacher in his school helped him develop an interest in mathematics.
• When Jerry was 26 years old, a friend asked him to teach at the SCM Sophia, a college for Social Communications Media as a replacement for a professor who was on leave for a few months.
• Jerry belongs to a small minor community called the Goan Roman Catholics and grew up in Mahim, Mumbai.
• Later, he got a permanent job in a media company that was based in the field of news. Alongside, he completed his liberal arts degree.
• He worked at a travel dotcom, as the chief architect and editor. This company won 2 awards for its content.
• He served as a lecturer at KC College, Xavier Institute of Communication, SIES College, and the University of Mumbai.
• Jerry turned back to magazine journalism again when he worked in the Man’s World magazine as an Executive Editor. Afterwards, he worked on the special projects of Paprika Media (a publishing house that leads Time Out Mumbai and Time Out Delhi).

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