Cyril Connolly
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Summary
Cyril Connolly was born on September 10, 1903[1], in Coventry[2]. He died on November 26, 1974[3], in London[4]. He worked as a literary critic[5], writer[6], and novelist[7]. He ranks in the top 0.71% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (1,709 views/month, #7,119 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Father: Matthew William Kemble Connolly[9]
- Mother: Muriel Maud Vernon[10]
- Spouse: Deirdre Craig[11], Barbara Skelton[12]
- Child: Cressida Connolly[13], Matthew Vernon Connolly[14]
- Country of citizenship: United Kingdom[15]
- Position held: Booker Prize judge[16]
- Educated at: Balliol College[17], Eton College[18], St Cyprian's School[19]
- Award received: Commander of the Order of the British Empire[20], Legion of Honour[21]
- Sex or gender: male[22]
- Commons category: Cyril Connolly[23]
- Archives at: University of Leeds Libraries[24], University of Victoria Special Collections and University Archives[25]
- Family name: Connolly[26]
- Given name: Cyril[27]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[28]
Why It Matters
Cyril Connolly has Wikipedia articles in 10 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[29] He is known by 15 alternative names across languages and contexts.[30]
FAQs
Where was Cyril Connolly born?
Cyril Connolly's place of birth was Coventry[2].
Where did Cyril Connolly die?
Cyril Connolly died in London[4].
Who were Cyril Connolly's parents?
Cyril Connolly's father was Matthew William Kemble Connolly[9]. Cyril Connolly's mother was Muriel Maud Vernon[10].
Who was Cyril Connolly married to?
Cyril Connolly's spouses include Deirdre Craig[11] and Barbara Skelton[12].
What did Cyril Connolly do for work?
Cyril Connolly worked as a literary critic[5], writer[6], and novelist[7].
Where did Cyril Connolly go to school?
Cyril Connolly was educated at Balliol College[17], Eton College[18], and St Cyprian's School[19].
What awards did Cyril Connolly receive?
Honors received include Commander of the Order of the British Empire[20] and Legion of Honour[21].