Age, Biography and Wiki

John Betjeman was an English poet, writer, and broadcaster who was known for his humorous and nostalgic verse. He was born in Hampstead, London, on 28 August 1906, to Ernest Betjemann, a furniture maker, and his wife, Mabel. He was educated at Marlborough College and Magdalen College, Oxford, where he read Modern History. Betjeman's first book of poetry, Mount Zion, was published in 1931. He went on to write several more volumes of poetry, as well as books of prose and travel writing. He was appointed Poet Laureate in 1972, and was knighted in 1969. Betjeman was a popular figure in British culture, appearing on television and radio, and writing for newspapers and magazines. He was also a passionate advocate for the preservation of historic buildings, and was instrumental in saving several from demolition. Betjeman died on 19 May 1984, aged 77. His estate was valued at £1.2 million.

Popular As John Betjemann
Occupation writer,actor
Age 78 years old
Zodiac Sign Virgo
Born 28 August, 1906
Birthday 28 August
Birthplace Hampstead, London, England, UK
Date of death 19 May, 1984
Died Place Trebetherick, Cornwall, England, UK
Nationality United Kingdom

We recommend you to check the complete list of Famous People born on 28 August. He is a member of famous Writer with the age 78 years old group.

John Betjeman Height, Weight & Measurements

At 78 years old, John Betjeman height not available right now. We will update John Betjeman's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible.

Physical Status
Height Not Available
Weight Not Available
Body Measurements Not Available
Eye Color Not Available
Hair Color Not Available

Who Is John Betjeman's Wife?

His wife is Penelope Chetwode (29 July 1933 - 19 May 1984) ( his death) ( 2 children)

Family
Parents Not Available
Wife Penelope Chetwode (29 July 1933 - 19 May 1984) ( his death) ( 2 children)
Sibling Not Available
Children Not Available

John Betjeman Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is John Betjeman worth at the age of 78 years old? John Betjeman’s income source is mostly from being a successful Writer. He is from United Kingdom. We have estimated John Betjeman's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2023 $1 Million - $5 Million
Salary in 2023 Under Review
Net Worth in 2022 Pending
Salary in 2022 Under Review
House Not Available
Cars Not Available
Source of Income Writer

John Betjeman Social Network

Instagram
Linkedin
Twitter
Facebook
Wikipedia
Imdb

Timeline

1972

He was a writer and actor, known for But Seriously, It's Sheila Hancock (1972), That Was the Week That Was (1962) and Londoners (1965). He was married to Penelope Chetwode.

1960

He was awarded the CBE (Commander of the Order of the British Empire) in the 1960 Queen's New Year Honours List and made a Knight Bachelor in the 1969 Queen's Birthday Honours List for his services to literature.

1950

He separated from his wife Penelope, after she converted to Roman Catholicism in the 1950s. They remained devoted to one another but found that they could no longer tolerate living together. They never divorced. She continued to live at the family home in Wantage, Oxfordshire, while he moved to Chelsea, London, and spent much of his time at his second home in Trebetherick, Cornwall, often accompanied by Lady Elizabeth Cavendish - they met and fell in love in 1951, and remained lifelong friends. Family friends said that ideally Betjeman wanted to be married to both Penelope and Elizabeth at the same time.

1937

Son Paul (born 1937, Uffington, Berkshire) and Candida (born 1942, Dublin, Ireland). Candida Betjeman (later Candida Lycett-Green) was also a poet, popular in the 1960s.

1906

John Betjeman was born on August 28, 1906 in Hampstead, London, England as John Betjemann.