William Shakespeare passed away on this day
William Shakespeare, the English playwright and poet, died on April 23 in 1616 and this year marks his 400th death anniversary. Often referred to as England's national poet and the 'Bard of Avon', Shakespeare is credited with writing approximately 38 plays, 154 sonnets and also creating the Globe theatre. 'Romeo and Juliet' and 'Macbeth' are among his best known works.