Remembering Benjamin Zephaniah: A Radical Poet and Peaky Blinders Actor

Benjamin Zephaniah, a British poet, activist, and actor known for his role in Peaky Blinders, has passed away at the age of 65. He was diagnosed with a brain tumor eight weeks ago. Zephaniah was a pioneer and innovator, leaving behind a legacy of poetry, literature, music, and activism. He rejected an honor from the Order of the British Empire due to his lifelong fight against empire, slavery, and colonialism. The Peaky Blinders family and actor Cillian Murphy paid tribute to Zephaniah, describing him as a gifted and influential individual.