Oscar-nominated Persepolis author Marjane Satrapi dies aged 56
04-06-2026 13:54 via bbc.com

Oscar-nominated Persepolis author Marjane Satrapi dies aged 56

The French-Iranian author and illustrator was known for her graphic novel series and Oscar-nominated film.
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