Willard Motley
African American writer (1909–1965)
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Summary
Willard Motley was born on July 14, 1909[1], in Chicago[2]. He died on March 15, 1965[3], in Mexico City[4]. He worked as a novelist[5], writer[6], and journalist[7]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (184 views/month, #7,287 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Place of burial: Q139499193[9]
- Mother: Florence Motley[10]
- Country of citizenship: United States[11]
- Ethnic group: African Americans[12]
- Educated at: Englewood Technical Prep Academy[13]
- Sex or gender: male[14]
- Commons category: Willard Motley[15]
- Family name: Motley[16]
- Given name: Willard[17]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[18]
- On focus list of Wikimedia project: WikiProject Black Bibliography Project[19]
Why It Matters
Willard Motley has Wikipedia articles in 5 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[20] He is known by 9 alternative names across languages and contexts.[21]
FAQs
Where was Willard Motley born?
Willard Motley was born in Chicago[2].
Where did Willard Motley die?
Willard Motley died in Mexico City[4].
Who were Willard Motley's parents?
Willard Motley's mother was Florence Motley[10].
What did Willard Motley do for work?
Willard Motley worked as a novelist[5], writer[6], and journalist[7].
Where did Willard Motley go to school?
Willard Motley was educated at Englewood Technical Prep Academy[13].