Matthew Parris

Matthew Parris, a renowned writer, came into this world on a sunny day, August 7, 1949, in the vibrant city of Johannesburg, South Africa. His impressive literary career has been marked by a plethora of notable works, including the critically acclaimed novel "To the Ends of the Earth", which was published in 1997. Prior to that, he made a significant impact in the world of television, co-creating and contributing to the popular satirical news quiz show "Have I Got News for You", which premiered in 1990. Moreover, his journalistic prowess was showcased through his appearances on the BBC's "A Week in Politics", a program that debuted in 1982.