Jean-Dominique Bauby

Journalist and author of 'The Diving Bell and the Butterfly'

Jean-Dominique Bauby - Journalist and author of 'The Diving Bell and the Butterfly'
Born

1952
73 years ago

Died

March 9th, 1997
28 years ago — 45 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

France

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A journalist and editor, contributions to 'Elle' magazine included interviews and essays. A debilitating stroke resulted in locked-in syndrome, leading to communication through blinking. Authored 'The Diving Bell and the Butterfly', detailing experiences in this condition. The book gained critical acclaim and was later adapted into an award-winning film.

Wrote 'The Diving Bell and the Butterfly'

Edited for 'Elle' magazine

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