Andrew Morton
- Born:
- 26 January 1953, Windsor, Berkshire, England
- Nationality:
- British
- Profession(s):
- Biographer, Journalist
Early Life and Education
- Educated at The John Fisher School, Purley.
- Studied history at the University of Sussex.
Career and Major Achievements
- Began his career as a journalist with local newspapers.
- Worked for national newspapers including the Daily Star, News of the World, and Sunday Times.
- Gained prominence as a biographer, specializing in royal biographies.
- His biography of Diana, Princess of Wales, Diana: Her True Story, caused a worldwide sensation.
- Continues to write biographies on prominent figures.
- The book Andrew Morton Monica was published concerning Monica Lewinsky.
Notable Works
- Diana: Her True Story (1992)
- Monica's Story (1999)
- Madonna (2001)
- Tom Cruise: An Unauthorized Biography (2008)
- Angelina: An Unauthorized Biography (2010)
- Meghan: A Hollywood Princess (2018)
Legacy and Impact
Andrew Morton is a prominent biographer known for his in-depth research and often controversial subjects. His biography of Princess Diana significantly impacted public perception of the British Royal Family, while works like Andrew Morton Monica contributed to public discourse around the Lewinsky scandal. He remains a significant figure in biographical writing.