French-Iranian author Marjane Satrapi, author of 'Persepolis', dies at 56
Summary
Marjane Satrapi, a French-Iranian author and illustrator known for her graphic novel and film "Persepolis," has died at age 56. She passed away about a year after the death of her husband and had been a vocal critic of Iran's government.Key Facts
- Marjane Satrapi was 56 years old when she died.
- She was famous for "Persepolis," a story about her childhood in Iran under Islamic rule and her life in exile in Europe.
- Satrapi was born in Iran but moved to France in 1994 and became a French citizen in 2006.
- She refused to accept the French Legion of Honour award in 2025 because she disagreed with France’s policies toward Iran.
- Her family said she died of sadness after losing her husband, Mattias Ripa, who she called the love of her life.
- Satrapi was an outspoken critic of Iran’s theocratic, or religious, government.
- "Persepolis" was both a book and a film that brought international attention to her experience.
- This news report will be updated as more information becomes available.
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