Ben Elton – British novelist and comedian of the late 20th–early 21st century, author of “Blind Faith” and “Popcorn”, the latter winning the Evening Standard Award. He co-wrote TV comedies Blackadder and The Young Ones. His novels satirise media, politics, and contemporary culture.
🎭 Rose to fame as an “alternative comedy” stand-up in 1980s London. 📺 Co-writer of the cult TV series Blackadder. 📖 His novel “Popcorn” (1996) won the Evening Standard Award. 🎤 Created the musical We Will Rock You with Queen, running over a decade in London. 🏆 Multiple BAFTA awards for TV writing. 🖋 Known for satire and dark humour in fiction. 🎶 Collaborated with Andrew Lloyd Webber on musicals. 📚 Published over 15 novels, from dystopias to crime satire. 🌍 Holds dual UK–Australian citizenship. 😮 Curious: cousin of Roger Taylor of Queen. 😂 Funny: mocked politicians on stage, later invited to host their official events.