Elie Wiesel

Elie Wiesel was a Romanian-born American writer, professor, political activist, Nobel laureate, and Holocaust survivor known for his book Night.

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Birth Name :

Eliezer Wiesel

Profession :

Activist

Birthday :

September 30, 1928

Star Sign :

Libra

Death Date:

July 02, 2016

Age :

87

Birthplace :

Romania

Elie Wiesel, a Romanian-born American writer, professor, political activist, and Holocaust survivor, was best known for his memoir “Night,” which detailed his experiences as a Jewish prisoner in Nazi concentration camps during World War II. As a Nobel laureate, he authored 57 books in French and English, with other notable works such as “Dawn,” “The Accident,” “The Gate of the Forest,” and “The Oath.” Wiesel was a professor at Boston University and an advocate for Holocaust remembrance and genocide prevention. In 1986, he received the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts in promoting global peace and justice. He also served as the Chairman of The President’s Commission on the Holocaust and was appointed as a United Nations Messenger of Peace in 1998. Wiesel passed away on July 2, 2016, leaving a legacy of resilience, compassion, and dedication to human rights.