Douglas William Jerrold

| birth_place = Cranbrook, Kent, England | death_date = | death_place = Kilburn Priory, London, England | resting_place = West Norwood Cemetery, London | education = | alma_mater = | father = Samuel Jerrold | mother = | spouse = Mary Swan (m. 1824) | children = | occupation = | known_for = | relatives = William Blanchard Jerrold (son)
Walter Jerrold (grandson) }}

Douglas William Jerrold (3 January 1803 – 8 June 1857) was an English dramatist, journalist, and writer, best known for his satirical wit, his socially critical essays, and his association with the early years of ''Punch'' magazine. A prominent figure in Victorian literary and theatrical life, he achieved popular success with plays such as ''Black-Eyed Susan'' and was noted for his advocacy of social reform through journalism and drama. Provided by Wikipedia