Writers born on April 21

Take a focused look at the writers born on April 21. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1923 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]