Journalists born on August 21

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

• 1933 Barry Norman

  Barry Norman was a renowned English film critic, journalist, and television presenter, best known for hosting the BBC's "Film..." program from 1972 to 1998. He became the face of film criticism in the UK for over two decades and was respected for his insightful and accessible reviews. [bio]