Forugh Farrokhzad 1935 – 1967

Biography

Forugh Farrokhzad was born on January 5, 1935, in Tehran, where she would begin her journey as one of Iran’s most significant literary voices. Throughout her life, she dedicated herself to poetry, creating work that resonated deeply with readers and fellow writers alike. Her contributions to Iranian literature left an indelible mark during her relatively brief years.

On February 13, 1967, Forugh’s life was tragically cut short when she was killed in a traffic collision in Tafresh. She was only thirty-two years old. Her death represented an immeasurable loss to the literary world, silencing a voice that had only begun to reach its full potential.

Forugh was laid to rest at Zahir-od-dowleh cemetery in Shemiranat County, Iran, where she remains honored. Though her time on earth was limited, her legacy as a poet endures, continuing to inspire and move those who encounter her work. Her memory lives on through the verses she left behind and the lasting impact she made on Iranian literature.