Historian and broadcaster Greg Jenner examines how the reputations of celebrated figures throughout history have been shaped, debated and commemorated after death. Drawing on the stories of individuals buried and remembered within Westminster Abbey itself, he considers how national memory is constructed, traces the growth of 'necrotourism', and reflects on the cultural phenomenon of celebrity pilgrimage across the centuries.
Greg Jenner is best known as host of the BBC's award-winning comedy series You're Dead to Me, which combines leading comedians with expert historians to explore history through humour. He also contributed to the long-running BBC television show Horrible Histories and is the author of Dead Famous (2020), a book that traces the history of celebrity itself. His work spans broadcasting, writing for both adults and children, and bringing historical subjects to life with wit and accessibility.
