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Damien Hirst's Autobiography to Address Memory Gaps, Published by Penguin

publication · 2026-04-20

Damien Hirst is preparing an autobiography set for release by Penguin, as reported by BBC News. The project involves ghostwriter James Fox, who faces a unique challenge due to Hirst's admission of a decade-long memory gap. According to The Observer, Hirst has stated he cannot recall events from a ten-year span of his life. This forthcoming book aims to disclose comprehensive details, though the memory lapse may complicate the narrative. The announcement highlights Hirst's ongoing public engagement and the intricacies of documenting an artist's personal history.

Key facts

  • Damien Hirst is writing an autobiography
  • The book will be published by Penguin
  • James Fox is the ghostwriter for the autobiography
  • Hirst has a ten-year period he cannot remember
  • The Observer reported on Hirst's memory gap
  • BBC News covered the autobiography announcement
  • The autobiography is forthcoming
  • Hirst plans to reveal all in the book

Entities

Artists

  • Damien Hirst
  • James Fox

Institutions

  • Penguin
  • BBC News
  • The Observer

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