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Quick Facts
- NAME: Hunter Stockton Thompson
- OCCUPATION: Journalist, Author
- BIRTH DATE: July 18, 1937
- DEATH DATE: February 20, 2005
- PLACE OF BIRTH: Louisville, Kentucky
- PLACE OF DEATH: Woody Creek, Colorado
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American journalist Hunter S. Thompson created of gonzo journalism, a highly personal style of reporting that made Thompson a counterculture icon.
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Hunter S. Thompson - Mini Bio
Hunter S Thompson is considered one of the Great American Writers, and the originator of “Gonzo Journalism.”
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Profile
American journalist Hunter S. Thompson is credited for creating Gonzo journalism, a highly personal style of reporting where a writer become so involved in the story that they become central figures in their piece. His style made him counterculture icon. Thompson was known for his steady use of illicit drugs and love of firearms. He committed suicide in 2005 after several bouts of poor health.© 2012 A+E Networks. All rights reserved.
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