Allan Massie
Allan Massie | |
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| Born | Allan Johnstone Massie 16 October 1938 Singapore, Straits Settlements, British Malaya |
| Died | 3 February 2026 (aged 87) Selkirk, Scottish Borders, Scotland |
| Citizenship | British |
| Education | Glenalmond College |
| Alma mater | Trinity College, Cambridge |
| Occupation | Writer |
| Years active | 1976–2026 |
| Employer | The Scotsman |
| Political party | Conservative |
| Spouse |
Alison Langlands
(m. 1973; died 2022) |
| Children | 3, including Alex |
| Awards | Scottish Arts Council Book Award, Frederick Niven Literary Award |
Allan Johnstone Massie CBE FRSL FRSE (16 October 1938 – 3 February 2026) was a Scottish journalist, columnist and sports writer who worked for several newspapers in both England and Scotland. Massie was also the author of 40 books, including over 25 novels.