Jeffrey Archer, U.K. author and politician, dies aged 86
British novelist and former politician Jeffrey Archer has passed away at the age of 86. Known for his best-selling books, Archer's career was marked by both literary success and a 2001 perjury conviction.
Why it matters
Archer was a prominent figure in both British literature and politics, making his death a notable event in cultural and public life.
British novelist and former politician Jeffrey Archer has died aged 86, British media reported on Monday (October 5, 2026).
Mr. Archer was a best-selling author and sold over 300 million copies worldwide, with his final novel Adam and Eve due to be published this month.
He was convicted of perjury in 2001 for lying in a libel lawsuit years earlier.
Published - October 06, 2026 02:29 am IST
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