Literature · Media · Scholarship · 1492–1556
Pietro Aretino — Age, Birthday & Biography
Born: 19 April 1492 · Died: 21 October 1556 · Age at death: 64
How old was Pietro Aretino when he died?
Pietro Aretino died aged 64. He was born on 19 April 1492 and died on 21 October 1556.
Renaissance author known for his satirical writings and social influence
Did you know?He was one of the first writers to become wealthy through his work, often by accepting gifts to stop him from satirising powerful figures.
Pietro Aretino (US:, Italian:; 19 or 20 April 1492 – 21 October 1556) was an Italian author, playwright, poet, satirist and blackmailer, who wielded influence on contemporary art and politics. He was one of the most influential writers of his time and an outspoken critic of the powerful.
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- Age at death
- 64
- Years since death
- 470
- Born
- April 19, 1492 · Arezzo, Italy
- Died
- October 21, 1556
- Cause of death
- Death from laughter
- Nationality
- Venetian
- Known for
- Literature, Media, Scholarship
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