John Betjeman
Deceased Q962308

John Betjeman

English poet, writer and broadcaster (1906–1984)

Born: August 28, 1906 (1906) · London
Died: May 19, 1984 (1984) · Cornwall
Age at death: 77 years
Cause of death: Parkinson's disease
Manner of death: natural causes
Nationality United Kingdom, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
Occupation screenwriter, journalist, poet, translator, television presenter, literary critic
Education Magdalen College, Dragon School, Highgate School, Marlborough College, Byron House School
Position held Poet Laureate of the United Kingdom
Gender male

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