Michael McNay: key obituary facts
Is Michael McNay dead? Yes. Michael McNay died on July 25, 2026, at age 91.
Cause of death: Michael McNay's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.
What was Michael McNay known for?
He was a journalist with The Guardian, author.
More about Michael McNay
Gender: male.
Occupation: journalist.
Born: March 7, 1935.
Occupations: Journalist and author.
Michael McNay, the British journalist and author who spent 37 years at The Guardian, where he became arts editor, died on July 25, 2026, aged 91.
Born Michael George McNay on March 7, 1935, in Rawalpindi, British India, he built a long career at the newspaper and also wrote several books. His published work included Hidden Treasures of England, Hidden Treasures of London and a book on Irving Kriesberg.