Iranian music stars died at age 49
Here are 6 famous musicians from Iran died at 49:
Ruhollah Khaleqi
Ruhollah Khaleqi (April 5, 2015 Kerman-November 12, 1965 Salzburg) was an Iranian writer, musician, songwriter, professor, composer, conductor, violinist and author.
Genres he performed include Classical music, Folk music and Traditional music.
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Mostafa Chamran
Mostafa Chamran (March 8, 1932 Tehran-June 20, 1981 Dehlaviyeh) otherwise known as Mostafa Chamran Savei was an Iranian politician and scientist. His children are called Roshan Chamran, Rahim Chamran, Ali Chamran and Jamal Chamran.
Mostafa Chamran was also a prominent Islamic revolutionary and a senior member of the Islamic Republic of Iran Army. He played a crucial role in establishing the first military force of the Islamic Republic after the 1979 Revolution. Chamran had a background in engineering and obtained his PhD from the University of California, Berkeley in electrical engineering and computer science. He was a well-known figure in the global left-wing movement and was involved in anti-colonial struggles in Africa prior to the Iranian Revolution.
Chamran was deeply committed to the ideals of social justice and played a key role in many of the decisions made by the Islamic Republic in its early years. He advocated for women's rights and opposed the persecution of religious and ethnic minorities. Chamran was also involved in the Iran-Iraq War, fighting on the front lines and overseeing the development of modern military technology for the Iranian military.
Chamran's contributions to Iran's modern military capabilities and national security continue to be celebrated in Iran. He is regarded as a hero by many Iranians for his bravery, sacrifices, and dedication to serving his country. In addition to his political and military achievements, Chamran was also a talented writer and poet, publishing several books during his lifetime.
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Gholam-Hossein Saedi
Gholam-Hossein Saedi (January 4, 1936 Tabriz-November 23, 1985 Paris) also known as Gholamhoseyn Sa'edi, Gholām-Hossein Sā'edi, Ghulamhusayn Sa'idi, غلامحسین ساعدی, Gowhar Murad, Gohar Morad, Ghulam Saidi, Gholamhossein Sa’edi or Gholam Hossein Saedi was an Iranian writer, novelist, screenwriter and playwright.
Saedi was known for his critical and satirical approach to Iranian society and politics, particularly during the Pahlavi dynasty. He was a member of the Iranian Writers' Association and his works were often censored by the regime. Despite this censorship, his plays were performed and received critical acclaim. Some of his notable works include "The Cockroach" and "The Tale of Bijan and Manijeh". Saedi also translated several works of European and Russian literature into Persian. In 1979, he was forced to flee Iran due to political unrest and he lived in Paris until his death in 1985.
He died as a result of cirrhosis.
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Jamshīd al-Kāshī
Jamshīd al-Kāshī (April 5, 1380 Kashan-June 22, 1429 Samarkand) was an Iranian mathematician and astronomer.
He is best known for his work on the decimal numeral system and computation of pi. He also made significant contributions to algebra, geometry, and trigonometry. In addition to his mathematical achievements, al-Kāshī served as an imperial astronomer in the courts of Timur and Ulugh Beg in Samarkand, and played a crucial role in the construction of the Ulugh Beg Observatory. His most famous work, the "Mulakhkhas", was a compendium of mathematical knowledge that was widely used for centuries after his death.
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Jalil Zandi
Jalil Zandi (May 2, 1951 Garmsar-April 1, 2001 Tehran) was an Iranian personality.
He was an accomplished pilot and commander in the Iranian Air Force, and is hailed as a national hero in Iran. Zandi played a key role during the Iran-Iraq War, leading successful combat missions against the Iraqi Air Force. He was known for his exceptional navigation and combat skills, and his ability to lead his squadron to victory in some of the toughest battles during the war. Despite having several opportunities to flee Iran during the war, Zandi chose to stay and fight for his country. After his death in 2001, he was posthumously awarded one of the highest military honors in Iran, the Medal of Courage.
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Bijan Mofid
Bijan Mofid (May 31, 1935 Tehran-November 2, 1984 Los Angeles) was an Iranian playwright, theatre director, novelist, poet, actor and composer. His children are Afshin Mofid, Shima Mofid, Nima Mofid and Mazda Mofid.
Mofid was known for his contributions to the Iranian theater and literature scene, both as a writer and a director. He is considered to be one of the pioneers of modern Iranian theatre, having founded the first drama school in Iran in 1964. He wrote over 40 plays and produced and directed over 100 theatrical productions during his lifetime. Mofid was also multilingual, proficient in Persian, French, and English, and translated many works of Western literature into Persian. He was a recipient of several prestigious awards, including the Best Playwright award at the Tehran International Festival of Arts.
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