Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, June 5, 2026 —

Marjane Satrapi, Author of ‘Persepolis,’ Reportedly Dies

Reports indicate the death of French-Iranian author Marjane Satrapi. Satrapi was widely known for her autobiographical graphic novel series, ‘Persepolis.’

The acclaimed novel ‘Persepolis’ draws inspiration from Satrapi’s personal experiences growing up in Iran during the Islamic revolution and the subsequent war with Iraq. The work has been translated into numerous languages and adapted into an animated film.

Further details regarding the circumstances of her reported death were not immediately available in the reports.

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