Bonnie Greer, British playwright and television figure, dies at 77

In a statement to the media, David Hutchins spoke of his wife’s warmth, humor, and generosity. He requested that the family’s privacy be respected. The news of her passing was reported on Wednesday by several British media outlets, including The Guardian and ITV News.

Born in Chicago on November 16, 1948, Bonnie Greer studied theater in New York before moving to the UK in 1986. She became a British citizen in 1997 and established herself as a regular commentator on society and culture on television.

Her career as a playwright was highlighted by works such as Munda Negra, which won the Verity Bargate Award, and Marilyn and Ella. She also published the novels Hanging By Her Teeth and Entropy, along with several essays focused on Barack Obama and poet Langston Hughes.

A prominent media figure, she participated in programs such as Newsnight Review and Question Time. She also served on the board of the British Museum, where she was vice-chair, as well as at the Royal Opera House and the London Film School.

Bonnie Greer was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire in 2010 for her services to the arts. The Royal Society of Literature elected her as a member in 2022. Her death was also confirmed by Reuters and the professional magazine The Stage.