Writers who died on January 16

Take a focused look at the writers who passed away on January 16. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 2009 John Mortimer

  John Mortimer was an English barrister, dramatist, screenwriter, and author, best known for creating the character Horace Rumpole in the "Rumpole of the Bailey" series. Mortimer was also a celebrated advocate for civil liberties and free expression. [bio]