| Birth Day | November 2, 1911 |
| Birth Place | Greece |
| Age | 109 YEARS OLD |
| Died On | Mar 18, 1996 (age 84) |
| Birth Sign | Scorpio |
Odysseas Elytis, the renowned poet from Greece, is widely recognized for his contribution to the world of literature. In 2024, his estimated net worth stands at $3 million, highlighting the immense success and impact of his poetic works. Elytis' poetic brilliance captivated audiences with his evocative imagery, profound insights, and heartfelt emotions. His remarkable talent and unique writing style earned him countless accolades, including the prestigious Nobel Prize in Literature in 1979. Through his poetry, Elytis beautifully captured the essence of Greece, its culture, history, and the human experience, establishing himself as one of the most significant literary figures of his time.
Greek poet and 1979 Nobel Prize in Literature recipient who was associated with the Romantic Modernism movement. His poetic works include Orientations, The Sovereign Sun, and Diary of an Invisible April.
He was born into a family from Lesbos, Greece, and served as a military lieutenant in the late 1930s.
He wrote a poem that was set to music and became a popular Greek anthem.
He was romantically involved with Mariannina Kriezi, a musicologist.
He studied at the Sorbonne in Paris and became acquainted with Pablo Picasso and other avant-garde artists and literary figures.
