Simon Schama

Historian

Birthday February 13, 1945

Birth Sign Aquarius

Birthplace England

Age 79 years old

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About

British historian who first gained notice after the release of his 1989 book about the French Revolution titled Citizens. He has also worked as a University Professor of History and Art History at Columbia.

Before Fame

He studied history at Christ's College at the University of Cambridge.

Trivia

He wrote and hosted a 15-part BBC television documentary series called A History of Britain.

Family Life

His parents' names are Gertie and Arthur. He and his wife Virginia have children named Chloe and Gabriel.

Associated With

He was knighted in 2018 as part of the Birthday Honors of Queen Elizabeth II.