Bonnie Greer, acclaimed British-American writer, dies at 77

British-American playwright, novelist, and cultural commentator Bonnie Greer has died at the age of 77 following a brief illness. Her husband, David Hutchins, confirmed the news, describing her as an acclaimed voice whose intelligence and courage made an enduring contribution to British public and cultural life.

Born in Chicago in 1948, Greer moved to the United Kingdom in 1986 and became a British citizen in 1997. Her prolific career spanned literature, theatre, and broadcasting. Notable works include the novels ‘Hanging By Her Teeth’ and ‘Entropy’, the memoir ‘Obama Music’, and the biography ‘Langston Hughes: The Value of Contradiction’. She was also recognized for her play ‘Munda Negra’, which earned her the Verity Bargate Award.

Greer was a prominent figure in British media, frequently appearing as a panelist on BBC programs such as ‘Question Time’ and ‘Newsnight Review’. She held significant leadership roles, serving as the Chancellor of Kingston University and on the boards of the British Museum, the Royal Opera House, and the London Film School. In 2010, she was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for her services to the arts, and in 2022, she became a fellow of the Royal Society of Literature.