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

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

Updated: 04/06/2026 - 14:06 GMT+2

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

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