Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Writer
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Novelist, Writer, Screenwriter, Journalist
Birthday
(Thursday)
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United States
Languages
English
Education
University of South Dakota
Zodiac Sign
♋ Cancer
Chinese Zodiac
羊 Goat
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Peter Dexter is known for writing.
Born (age 82).
2 awards including National Book Award for Fiction.
Peter Dexter has 3 credits in our database.
Studied at Array.
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Filmography (3)
AWARDS (2)
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National Book Award for Fiction
1988
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Biography
Pete Dexter is an American novelist. He won the U.S. National Book Award in 1988 for his novel Paris Trout.
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How old is Peter Dexter?
Peter Dexter is 82 years old, born on .
What movies or shows has Peter Dexter been in?
Peter Dexter has 3 credits in our database. Notable titles include Michael (1996), Rush (1991), Paris Trout (1991).
What is Peter Dexter known for?
Peter Dexter is primarily known as a writer. Pete Dexter is an American novelist. He won the U.S. National Book Award in 1988 for his novel Paris Trout.
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You can find more about Peter Dexter on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.