About Auðunn Gestsson
Lived 1938 – 2020 (aged 82). Auðunn Gestsson was an Icelandic poet and newspaper hawker.
Auðunn Gestsson (27 February 1938 – 21 November 2020) was an Icelandic newspaper salesman, poet and a painter. Born with Down syndrome, he was the oldest living person in Iceland with the syndrome at the time of his death.
Early life and career Auðunn was born in Flatey, Breiðafjörður, Iceland, one of seven siblings. His mother died when he was seven years old, resulting in him being raised by his sister Gerður Gestsdóttir.
In 2013, he published the poetry book Ljóðin mín.
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Who was Auðunn Gestsson?
Icelandic newspaper salesman, poet, and painter
When was Auðunn Gestsson born?
Auðunn Gestsson was born on 27 February 1938 in Flatey.
When did Auðunn Gestsson die?
Auðunn Gestsson died on 18 November 2020 in Iceland.
What was Auðunn Gestsson's occupation?
Auðunn Gestsson was a poet and newspaper hawker.
What nationality was Auðunn Gestsson?
Auðunn Gestsson was Icelandic.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Auðunn Gestsson. https://biography.guide/audunn-gestsson/
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