Quick Info
| Profession | Actor |
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| Nationality | Iranian |
| Date of Birth | 26/03/1947 |
| Age | 78 years (died on 11, Nov, 2025) |
| Birthplace | Isfahan, Iran |
| Date of Death | 11/11/2025 |
Latest News about Homayoun Ershadi
11/11/2025
Homayoun Ershadi, the Iranian actor renowned for his roles in Taste of Cherry and The Kite Runner, passed away at the age of 78 after battling cancer. His death was confirmed by Iranian state media and described as sorrowful by government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani, who praised him as a noble and thoughtful figure in Iranian cinema. Ershadi's career spanned three decades, transitioning from architecture to international acclaim.
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Bio/Wiki
| Other Name | Homayon Ershadi |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 8" (173 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Salt & pepper |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College/University | Ca' Foscari University of Venice, Italy |
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| Educational Qualification | Bachelor's degree in architecture (graduated in 1970) |
Personal Life
| Religion | Islam |
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| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Widower |
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Family
| Spouse | Susan Karimi |
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| Children | Son - Houman, Daughter - 1 |
Career
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/homayounershadi | |
| Threads | https://www.threads.net/@homayounershadi |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Born in Isfahan, Iran, Homayoun initially pursued a career in architecture before transitioning to acting. | |
| 2. After the Islamic Revolution in 1980, he relocated to Vancouver, Canada, where he worked in architecture for several years. | |
| 3. He returned to Iran after his marriage ended and enjoyed visiting his grandchildren who settled in Vancouver. | |
| 4. His breakthrough came when he was unexpectedly invited to audition by filmmaker Abbas Kiarostami for Taste of Cherry. | |
| 5. The film won the Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival and acted as a springboard for his acting career. | |
| 6. Notably, he was selected for the role of Baba in The Kite Runner despite feeling he did not fit the character’s physical description. | |
| 7. Following his role in The Kite Runner, he gained significant recognition and continued to work in both Iranian and international films. | |
| 8. He was rumored to have been considered for Terrence Malick’s project The Way of the Wind, although this was never confirmed. | |
| 9. Homayoun divided his time between Iran and Canada, maintaining strong family ties. |