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Marjane Satrapi, Director of 'Persepolis,' Dies at 56
Originally published Jun 4, 2026
By Nvivarelli · Variety
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Key points
- Marjane Satrapi, known for the Oscar-nominated film 'Persepolis,' has died at 56.
- She died of sadness following the death of her husband, Mattias Ripa, over a year ago.
- Satrapi was a prominent French-Iranian director, artist, and animator.
- Her work, especially 'Persepolis,' was praised for its storytelling and animation.
- The news was shared in a statement from her close friends and family.
Marjane Satrapi, the French-Iranian director and artist known for her Oscar-nominated animated film 'Persepolis,' has passed away at the age of 56. A statement from her close friends and family indicated that she died of sadness following the loss of her husband, Mattias Ripa, over a year ago. Satrapi's work, particularly 'Persepolis,' was celebrated for its unique storytelling and animation style, drawing from her own life experiences. Her death marks the loss of a significant voice in international cinema and animation.
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