Peter Benchley

Peter Benchley (born on 8 May 1940) in New York City was an American screenwriter, novelist, writer, and journalist. He was educated at Harvard University and held United States citizenship. Benchley passed away on 11 February 2006 in Princeton, New Jersey.

Peter Benchley was best known as the author of the novel Jaws, which was later adapted into a successful film. As a multitalented writer, Benchley made significant contributions to the world of literature and screenwriting, remaining an important figure in 20th-century American pop culture.