Remembering Umberto Eco on the 8th Anniversary of his death
- By Lori Macatee
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It has been exactly 8 long years since ‘The Name of the Rose’ author Umberto Eco died in Milan on February 19, 2016 at the age of 84. As a number of online tributes attest, he was one of the most acclaimed authors of his generation.
Today, fans of Umberto Eco along with the rest of the world have been remembering the iconic man he was.
Eco, a cultural icon
Born in Alessandria on January 5, 1932, Umberto Eco's career spanned an arc over many different eras and tastes in Italian history. Eco was not just a great author, he was an icon, an all-around inspiration to everyone.
His legacy continues to grow as new generations of fans are discovering his unique heritage.
It's been 8 years since the tragic loss of Umberto Eco and his personality still resonate strongly within us all. Although Umberto Eco is no longer physically here, his presence is more powerful than ever. He left a void that has yet to be filled.
In memory of the Late Great Umberto Eco.
Umberto Eco career in pictures
The Name of the Rose (1980)
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