Dave Pelzer, who was born on December 29, 1960, in San Francisco, California, is a renowned author best known for his memoirs of childhood abuse. Pelzer was the second of five boys and was raised in Daly City, California. At the age of twelve, he was placed in foster care due to the physical abuse he suffered at the hands of his mother. Pelzer's teachers intervened on March 5, 1973, and he was removed from his home.
Pelzer's most famous work is his 1995 memoir, "A Child Called It," which chronicles the abuse he suffered as a child. The book spent six years on the New York Times Best Sellers List, and its success led to Pelzer becoming a prominent author of memoirs and self-improvement books. In addition to his writing, Pelzer has had a successful career in public service. He served in the Gulf War as a member of the US Air Force and was a torch carrier in the 1996 Summer Olympics torch relay.
Pelzer's work has been recognized with numerous awards and accolades. In 1993, he was honored as one of the Ten Outstanding Young Americans, and a year later, he was the only American to be named as one of The Outstanding Young Persons of the World. In 2005, Pelzer received the National Jefferson Award, which is considered to be the Pulitzer Prize for public service. He has also been personally commended by Presidents Reagan, Bush, Clinton, and George W. Bush for his work promoting resilience.
In addition to his writing and public service, Pelzer is also an accomplished speaker and has given motivational speeches to audiences around the world. He has been a keynote speaker for organizations such as the FBI, the CIA, and the United States Military Academy at West Point. Pelzer's work has had a profound impact on many people, and he continues to inspire and motivate others with his story of resilience and determination.
Pelzer's latest project is the film adaptation of his bestselling book, "A Child Called 'It'". The movie is set to begin production in Spring 2018, with A-list talent already expressing interest in the project. The film is being produced by David Goldblum of Conscious Contact Productions, with Tamlin Hall attached to direct. Pelzer is adapting the screenplay alongside Goldblum and Hall. Fans of Pelzer's work can follow the production on Facebook and Instagram for updates.