Mike Royko
American writer and newspaper columnist (1932-1997)
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Summary
Mike Royko was born on September 19, 1932[1], in Chicago[2]. He died on April 29, 1997[3], in Chicago[4]. He worked as a journalist[5]. He ranks in the top 0.72% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (1,209 views/month, #7,177 of 1,000,298).[6]
Key Facts
- Place of burial: Acacia Park Cemetery[7]
- Country of citizenship: United States[8]
- Educated at: Wilbur Wright College[9]
- Award received: Pulitzer Prize for Commentary[10]
- Sex or gender: male[11]
- Cause of death: intracranial aneurysm[12]
- Family name: Royko[13]
- Given name: Mike[14]
- Manner of death: natural causes[15]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[16]
- Start of work period: 1955[17]
Why It Matters
Mike Royko has Wikipedia articles in 9 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[18] He is known by 6 alternative names across languages and contexts.[19]
FAQs
Where was Mike Royko born?
Mike Royko's place of birth was Chicago[2].
Where did Mike Royko die?
Mike Royko died in Chicago[4].
What did Mike Royko do for work?
Mike Royko worked as a journalist[5].
Where did Mike Royko go to school?
Mike Royko was educated at Wilbur Wright College[9].
What awards did Mike Royko receive?
Honors received include Pulitzer Prize for Commentary[10].