Hunter S. Thompson

Hunter S. Thompson was an American journalist and author who founded the gonzo journalism movement and rose to prominence with the publication of Hell's Angels.

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Birth Name :

Hunter Stockton Thompson

Profession :

Journalist

Birthday :

July 18, 1937

Star Sign :

Cancer

Death Date:

February 26, 2005

Age :

67

Birthplace :

Louisville, Kentucky

Hunter S. Thompson was an American journalist and author who established the gonzo journalism movement. He gained prominence after publishing “Hell’s Angels” in 1967, a book based on his first-hand experiences living and riding with the Hells Angels motorcycle club for a year. Thompson’s most renowned work is “Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas,” a humorous account of his drug-fueled journey to report on a motorcycle race in Las Vegas. His other works include “The Rum Diary,” “Fear and Loathing on the Campaign Trail ’72,” and “The Great Shark Hunt.” Thompson co-wrote the screenplay for the film adaptation of “Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas” and contributed to Rolling Stone magazine. As a vocal critic of American politics and culture, he ran for Sheriff of Pitkin County, Colorado, in 1970 under the “Freak Power” banner, promoting drug decriminalization and counterculture politics.