Hunter S. Thompson
Acting•Born July 18, 1937•Died February 20, 2005 (age 67)•Louisville, Kentucky, USA
Biography
Hunter Stockton Thompson was an American journalist and author. He is credited as the creator of Gonzo journalism, a style of reporting where reporters involve themselves in the action to such a degree that they become central figures of their stories. He is known also for his unrepentant lifelong use of alcohol, LSD, mescaline, and cocaine (among other substances); his love of firearms; his inveterate hatred of Richard Nixon; and his iconoclastic contempt for authoritarianism. While suffering a bout of health problems, he committed suicide in 2005, at the age of 67.
Known For
Late Night with Conan O'Brien
1993•TV Series•
7.3
American Masters
1986•TV Series•
7.0
Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas
1998•Movie•
7.2
E! True Hollywood Story
1996•TV Series•
8.2
Fuck
2006•Movie•
6.4
Annie Leibovitz: Life Through a Lens
2007•Movie•
7.7
Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson
2008•Movie•
6.9
Jimmy Carter: Rock & Roll President
2020•Movie•
6.9
Filmography
Personal Info
DepartmentActing
BirthdayJuly 18, 1937
Day of DeathFebruary 20, 2005
Place of BirthLouisville, Kentucky, USA
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