7J.K. Rowling
J.K. Rowling lived on welfare.
From living as a single mother on state benefits to a multi-millionaire today, J.K. Rowling has come a long way from her early days of struggle.
In the early 1990s, Rowling had just gotten divorced and was living on welfare with a dependent child. She completed most of the first “Harry Potter” book in cafes, as walking around with her daughter, Jessica, was the best way to get her to sleep.
Many times, Rowling has attributed her considerable achievements to her ability to focus all her attention on the things that mattered to her the most.
The “Harry Potter” franchise has become a worldwide success and J.K. Rowling is now worth an estimated $1 billion.
