Patricia Highsmith Patricia Highsmith Patricia Highsmith (January 19, 1921 – February 4, 1995) was an American novelist and short story writer best known for her psychological thrillers, including her series of five novels featuring the character Tom Ripley. She wrote 22 novels and numerous short stories throughout her career spanning nearly five decades, and her work has led to more than two dozen film adaptations. Her writing derived influence from existentialist literature, and questioned notions of identity and popular morality. She was dubbed "the poet of apprehension" by novelist Graham Greene. Her first novel, "Strangers on a Train", has been adapted for
Wally Highsmith WFL called, and he played 2 seasons with them. He finished his career back in the CFL with the Toronto Argonauts, playing 21 games over 2 years. Highsmith has also coached for Florida A&M, Texas Southern University, and the Toronto Argonauts. Highsmith is the father of former NFL player Alonzo Highsmith and uncle of current former NFL player Ali Highsmith. Wally Highsmith Walter "Buzz" Highsmith (August 27, 1943) is a former American Football League, Canadian Football League, World Football League and National Football League offensive lineman and Grey Cup champion. Highsmith started his career with the Denver Broncos of the