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Author Sir John Mortimer dies at 85

Author Sir John Mortimer dies at 85

The writer, dramatist and father of actress Emily Mortimer who created the much-loved Rumpole Of The Bailey, passed away on Friday after a long illness. His wife Penny and two daughters were with him at his home when he died

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Friday January 16, 2009

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