Jon Blair

Jon Blair is a South African-born British writer, film producer, and director known for his work in documentary films, drama, and comedy. After being drafted into the South African army in 1966, Blair chose to flee to England. Throughout his career, he has received numerous accolades, including an Oscar, two Emmy Awards, an International Documentary Association Distinguished Achievement Award, and a British Academy Award. In 2015, Blair was appointed Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) for his contributions to the film industry. He was also honored with an honorary doctorate by the Richard Stockton College of New Jersey in 1994 for his advocacy of human rights through his filmmaking. Blair has served as a visiting professor at Stockton, imparting his knowledge on researching real-world issues to cross-disciplinary students.