Mortimer

American

[mawr-tuh-mer] / ˈmɔr tə mər /

noun

Roger de 8th Baron of Wigmore and 1st Earl of March, 1287–1330, English rebel leader: paramour of Isabella, queen of Edward II of England.
a male given name.

Mortimer British

/ ˈmɔːtɪmə /

noun

Sir John ( Clifford ). 1923–2009, British barrister, playwright, and novelist, best known for the television series featuring the barrister Horace Rumpole. His novels include Paradise Postponed (1985) and The Sound of Trumpets (1998)
Roger de, 8th Baron of Wigmore and 1st Earl of March. 1287–1330, lover of Isabella, the wife of Edward II of England: they invaded England in 1326 and compelled the king to abdicate in favour of his son, Edward III; executed

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Mortimer said: "So very, very sad. Lovely Ted, the best companion and the greatest little chum. Going to miss him so much."

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

Filmmakers Nick Rosen and Peter Mortimer knew and worked with Potter for years.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Mortimer: His mental health struggles are so connected with his need to do these incredible, beautiful things.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Famous faces also joined in to show their support, with F1 driver Lando Norris, Coldplay singer Chris Martin, comedian Bob Mortimer, singer Nick Jonas and even Elmo sending messages and videos.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

Nor would she see Simon, or Miss Mortimer or Mrs. Clarke, or even that dear scamp Nutsawoo!

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood

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