George Nelson

Quick Facts

Full Name	George Nelson
Occupation	Astronaut
Date Of Birth	Jul 13, 1950(1950-07-13)
Age	74
Birthplace	Hartford
Country	United States
Birth City	Connecticut
Horoscope	Cancer

George Nelson Biography

George Nelson is one of the most popular and richest Astronaut who was born on July 13, 1950 in Hartford, Connecticut, United States. retired NASA astronaut, and part of the crew that completed three space missions. A participant in the United States Astronaut Hall of Fame He was awarded many honors, including a number of NASA Space Flight Awards, as well as an NASA Exceptional Service Medal.

He flew on his first mission following the Challenger explosion which killed the He flew on the first mission after the Challenger explosion that killed Judith Resnik..

George Driver “Pinky” Nelson (born (1950-07-13 ) July 13, 1950) is an American physicist, astronomer, science educator, and a former NASA astronaut.

His wife, Susie, is from Alhambra, California. They have two daughters, Aimee Tess (born April 25, 1972) and Marti Ann (born February 27, 1975). Pinky enjoys playing golf, reading, swimming, running, and music.

His union with Susie Nelson produced two children: Marti and Aimee.

George Nelson Net Worth

George Nelson is one of the richest Astronaut from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, George Nelson 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He was awarded an PhD in astronomy at George Washington University.

He was able to log the equivalent of ten hours EVA (extra-vehicular exercise) time.

Nelson was born on July 13, 1950, in Charles City, Iowa, but considers Willmar, Minnesota, to be his hometown. He graduated from Willmar Senior High School, Willmar, Minnesota, in 1968. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics from Harvey Mudd College in 1972, and a Master of Science and a Doctor of Philosophy degrees in Astronomy from the University of Washington in 1974 and 1978, respectively.

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Who is George Nelson Dating?

According to our records, George Nelson married to Susie Nelson. As of December 1, 2023, George Nelson’s is not dating anyone.

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This mission, from January 12–18, 1986, launched from the Kennedy Space Center and returned to a night landing at Edwards Air Force Base, California. During the six-day flight, the crew deployed the SATCOM KU satellite and conducted experiments in astrophysics and materials processing.

Facts & Trivia

George Ranked on the list of most popular Astronaut. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. George Nelson celebrates birthday on July 13 of every year.

What is George Nelson famous for?

To many, George Nelson (1908–1986) is known as the designer of the Coconut Chair, Marshmallow Sofa, and Ball Clock , yet those iconic pieces represent only a small fraction of the prodigious output of someone who shaped the American design scene following World War II.

Is Baby Face Nelson still alive?

November 27, 1934

What was Baby Face Nelson's real name?

Lester Joseph Gillis

Where is Baby Face Nelson buried?

St Joseph Catholic Cemetery & Mausoleums, River Grove, IL

Who invented mid-century modern furniture?

George Nelson’s efforts and designs truly made a mark on the budding American furniture design industry of the time. As one of the leading pioneers behind mid-century modern design theory, Nelson’s pieces proved innovative in form and function.