Merel Westrik’s mother Marjan van den Berg Biography: Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Parents, Height, Children, Husband, Books, Awards  

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Marjan van den Berg is a notable Dutch freelance journalist, columnist, and author.

She is recognized for her contributions to various publications, particularly her long-running column “Sanne” in the magazine Margriet.

Born on February 7, 1955, in Haarlem, Netherlands, van den Berg has significantly impacted Dutch literature and journalism through her engaging storytelling and insightful commentary.

Profile

•   Full name: Marjan van den Berg
•   Date of birth: February 7, 1955
•   Age: 69 years old
•   Gender: Female
•   Place of birth: Haarlem, Netherlands
•   Nationality: Dutch
•   Profession: Freelance journalist, columnist, author
•   Height: N/A
•   Parents: N/A
•   Siblings: Three brothers and two sisters
•   Spouse: N/A
•   Children: Nina Polman and Laura Polman
•   Relationship status: Married
•   Religion: N/A
•   Ethnicity: N/A
•   Net Worth: $4 million

Early Life and Education

Marjan van den Berg is now 69 years old. She was born on February 7, 1955, in Haarlem, where she attended the Dr A. Kuijperschool before obtaining her HBS-A diploma from Marnix van St. Aldegonde.

Following her secondary education, she enrolled at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, where she studied Dutch language and literature and earned a diploma in MO-A Nederlands.

In 1975, van den Berg began her professional journey as a Dutch teacher at a school in Zaandam. She also started writing for the local newspaper De Typhoon during this time. Her early experiences in education and journalism laid the groundwork for her future writing career.

While details about her family background and religious beliefs are not widely documented, her upbringing in a large family with three brothers and two sisters likely influenced her perspectives on life and relationships.

Personal Life

Marjan van den Berg is married and has two daughters, Nina Polman and Laura Polman. Specific details about her marriage or how she met her spouse are not publicly available. Her family life has been integral to her writing, often inspiring her columns and books.

Career

Marjan van den Berg began her career in education before transitioning into journalism and writing full-time. After teaching for several years, she focused solely on writing in 1990.

She gained prominence by publishing her feuilleton “Sanne” in Margriet magazine, which first appeared on February 7, 1994. This series became immensely popular and was later compiled into several books.

In addition to “Sanne,” van den Berg has authored numerous other works exploring family life themes, personal challenges, and societal observations.

Notable publications include “Ze is de vioolmuziek vergeten,” which reflects on her mother’s battle with Alzheimer’s disease, and “Van den Berg stort in,” a collection of columns based on her experiences teaching at a vocational school.

Throughout her career, van den Berg has contributed to various magazines and newspapers and participated in television programs such as “De Slimste Mens.” Her ability to weave personal narratives with broader societal themes has resonated with readers across generations.

Awards

•   Valentijnprijs (2015) for “Sanne: Het leven is leuk”

Net Worth

Marjan van den Berg has a total net worth of about $4 million.

Social Media

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Books

•   Ze is de vioolmuziek vergeten (1994)
•   Sanne (1995)
•   Uit het leven van Sanne (1997)
•   Dag Sanne (1998)
•   Sanne Sanne (2000)
•   Alleen Sanne (2001)
•   Gewoon Sanne (2003)
•   Gelukkig Sanne (2005)
•   Zo Sanne (2007)
•   Van den Berg stort in (2008)
•   Echt Sanne (2009)
•   Het leven is leuk, Sanne (2014)
•   Je neemt gewoon een aanloopje (2011)
•   Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmm… (2013)
•   Joy (2015)
•    Droom maar Sanne (2017)

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