Iconic children’s book writer Alex Wheatle, who inspired BBC show, dies aged 62
Award-winning writer Alex Wheatle MBE – whose life inspired a hit BBC series – has died aged 62. Wheatle, who was known as ...
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‘Brixton Bard’ Alex Wheatle dies aged 62 after prostate cancer battle
He was also known for being part of the 1981 Brixton riot – which inspired Sir Steve McQueen to direct the movie ... has been made into the upcoming BBC show Crongton – set to begin airing ...
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Award-winning writer who inspired hit BBC series dies aged 62 as emotional tributes pour in
"Alex’s family would like to thank you all for your support over the years in his work and we ask that you respect ... The show, created by Oscar-winning director Steve McQueen, best-known ...
Upcoming BBC Crongton show will become ‘loving tribute’ to author Alex Wheatle
The upcoming BBC show Crongton will become a “loving tribute” to author Alex Wheatle following his death at the age of 62.
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Crongton creator Alex Wheatle dies aged 62 after prostate cancer
He was also known for being part of the 1981 Brixton riot – which saw him being sent to prison, and inspired Sir Steve ...
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Upcoming BBC Crongton show will become ‘loving tribute’ to author Alex Wheatle
The upcoming BBC show Crongton will become a “loving tribute ... which saw him being sent to prison, and inspired Sir Steve McQueen to direct the film Alex Wheatle about the writer’s ...