What is Sylvia Browne's Net Worth?
Sylvia Browne, an American author and psychic, had a net worth of $1.5 million at the time of her passing on November 20, 2013, at the age of 77.
Early Life and Psychic Beginnings
Born on October 19, 1936, in Kansas City, Missouri, Sylvia Browne started experiencing psychic visions as a child. Her grandmother, who was also a medium, guided her in understanding these visions. Eventually, she pursued a full-time career as a psychic, beginning professional readings in the early 1970s.
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Career and Business Ventures
Sylvia Browne established Sylvia Browne Corporation and Sylvia Browne Enterprises, through which she managed her numerous media appearances and the publication of nearly fifty books on paranormal topics and spiritualism. In the late 1980s, she founded the Society of Novus Spiritus, a Gnostic Christian church based in California. Known for her psychic consultations, she charged $850 per 30-minute session despite being infamous for many inaccurate predictions.
Media Presence and Public Perception
Sylvia Browne was a frequent guest on TV and radio talk shows, offering paid psychic readings and spiritual advice. She made regular appearances on programs such as The Montel Williams Show and Larry King Live. Her popularity led to her hosting an hour-long Internet radio show on Hay House Radio. Criticism also followed her fame, particularly when her predictions about missing persons like Shawn Hornbeck and Amanda Berry were proven false.
