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Marjane Satrapi, French-Iranian author of 'Persepolis', dies aged 56

Euronews · Jun 4, 2026, 8:46 AM · Also reported by 4 other sources

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Marjane Satrapi became known worldwide for her critically acclaimed autobiographical graphic novel “Perspolis” - which she later directed as an animated feature. It premiered at Cannes in 2007 and was Oscar nominated.

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Marjane Satrapi, French-Iranian author of 'Persepolis', dies aged 56

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