Obituary of Chinua Achebe

Chinua Achebe

Chinua Achebe (born November 16, 1930 in Ogidi, Nigeria) was a novelist and poet who was best known for his 1958 novel, “Things Fall Apart" and later for being a central figure of modern African literature. Chinua died on March 21, 2013 and his death was because of an unknown illness. He died at age 82.

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Chinua Achebe Biography Wiki:

Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Achebe, Chinua
Common Name: Chinua Achebe
Gender: Male
Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
Birthplace: Ogidi, Nigeria
Birth Date: August 16, 1930
Age: 82 (at death)
Occupations:
- Novelist
- Poet

Religion: Christian
Net Worth: $5 million
Nationality: Nigerian
Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
Favorite Color: Crimson (See all his faves at Hot-Forum)

Chinua's Family Tree

Birth Name: Albert Chinualumogu Achebe
Father: Isaiah Okafo Achebe
Mother: Janet Anaenechi IIoegbunam Achebe
Brother(s):

Frank Okwuofu Achebe (1914-1992)
John Chukwuemeka Ifeanyichukwu Achebe

Sister(s):

Zinobia Uzoma Ikpeze
Augustine Nduka Achebe
Grace Nwanneka Achebe

Spouse/Partner:

Christina Chinwe Okoli (married 1961-2013, his death)

Son(s):

Chidi Chike Achebe
Ikechukwu Achebe

Daughter(s):

Nwando Achebe
Chinelo Achebe

Death Notice:

Date: March 21 2013 at age 82
Place: Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Cause of Death: Unspecified illness
Interment: Buried in Ogidi, Nigeria

Category Tags:

Novelist Poet Nigerian Born on August 16th Born in 1930 Died in 2013 Died at age 82 Died from Unspecified illness

Chinua's Notable Roles:

Things Fall Apart

Quotable Quotes:

"Chinua Achebe was a visionary writer whose life and works will continue to inspire generations to come. His powerful voice and impactful storytelling shed light on the complexities of the human experience, leaving a lasting legacy in the world of literature. His passing is a great loss, but his spirit and contributions will forever live on. (V)"

Is Mr. Chinua Achebe still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.