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  1. Benjamin Obadiah Iqbal Zephaniah ( né Springer; 15 April 1958 – 7 December 2023) was a British writer, dub poet, actor, musician and professor of poetry and creative writing. He was included in The Times list of Britain's top 50 post-war writers in 2008.

  2. Learn about Benjamin Zephaniah, a reggae poet who challenges the state and the monarchy in his books, songs and blogs. Explore his latest works, such as People Need People, a picture book about kindness and connection.

  3. Dec 7, 2023 · Benjamin Zephaniah, a pioneer of dub poetry and a vocal activist, passed away at 65 after a brain tumour diagnosis. He was known for his books, music, TV roles and rejection of the OBE honour.

  4. Dec 7, 2023 · Writer and poet Benjamin Zephaniah has been remembered as a "titan of British literature" after his death aged 65. He died early on Thursday with his wife by his side after being...

  5. Biography. Dr Benjamin Obadiah Iqbal Zephaniah was born and raised in Birmingham, England. He cannot remember a time when he was not creating poetry but this had nothing to do with school where poetry meant very little to him, in fact he had finished full time education at the age of 13.

  6. Dec 7, 2023 · Benjamin Zephaniah has died at the age of 65 after being diagnosed with a brain tumour eight weeks ago. A statement posted on his Instagram account confirmed he died in the early hours of...

  7. Dec 7, 2023 · Benjamin Zephaniah, an author, professor and poet whose work, infused with strong social messages, helped inspire a generation of British poets to find their voices, died on Thursday. He...