I. El ‧ lis, Brett Eas ‧ ton /ˈelɪs, bret ə iːstən/ BrE AmE
(1964–), an American writer best known for the ↑ novel American Psycho (1989), about a serial killer. The descriptions of murder in the book caused a lot of argument and criticism which upset Ellis. His other books, including Less Than Zero and Glamorama , have been widely praised.
II. Ellis, Perry BrE AmE
(1940–86) an American fashion ↑ designer who was known for his designs for ↑ casual (=informal) clothes. His company still produces clothes.
III. Ellis, Ruth BrE AmE
(1926–55) the last woman to be executed in Britain. Her death in July 1955 made many people angry, especially those opposed to the ↑ death penalty . Ellis shot and killed her lover.