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Tom Stoppard has died

12 days ago
  • #theatre
  • #playwright
  • #literature
  • Sir Tom Stoppard, renowned playwright, dies at 88.
  • Won an Oscar and Golden Globe for 'Shakespeare In Love' screenplay.
  • Known for works like 'Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead' and 'Leopoldstadt'.
  • Born in Czechoslovakia, fled Nazi occupation, later settled in England.
  • Explored philosophical and political themes in his plays.
  • Received numerous awards, including Olivier and Tony Awards.
  • Knighted in 1997 for services to literature.
  • Remembered for his wit, intellect, and contributions to theatre.