George Lillo, a renowned playwright from England, was born on February 3, 1691, and passed away on September 4, 1739. His works had a profound impact on 18th-century English drama, particularly his tragedy 'Isabella,' which is considered a milestone in the history of English drama.
Source: Arden of Feversham: An Historical Tragedy: Taken from Holingshead's Chronicle, In the Reign of King Edward VI. Acted at the Theatre-Royal, in Drury-Lane. By the Late Mr. Lillo