Tom Stoppard, playwright of dazzling wit and playful erudition, dies aged 88

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 5 min read 100% complete by Claire Armitstead and Chris WiegandNovember 29, 2025 at 09:03 PM

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Playwright Tom Stoppard, known for his witty and intellectually stimulating plays, died at his home in Dorset at the age of 88. United Agents announced his death, praising his brilliance and humanity. Celebrities like Mick Jagger and directors such as Nicholas Hytner shared tributes, highlighting Stoppard's generosity, curiosity, and impact on their lives. The Society of London Theatre announced that West End theaters will dim their lights in remembrance. Stoppard's work, characterized by improbable juxtapositions of ideas, earned him widespread acclaim, with plays like *Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead* becoming international events.

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