About László Jávor
Lived 1903 – 1956 (aged 53). László Jávor was a Hungarian poet and journalist.
László Jávor (Budapest, May 4, 1903 – Cannes, December 2, 1992) was a Hungarian poet and painter who wrote the poem that was the basis for the song "Gloomy Sunday", composed by Rezső Seress, later also notably recorded by Billie Holiday.
In 1935 Jávor wrote new lyrics for Gloomy Sunday, composed by Rezső Seress. Jávor's lyrics were formed as a narration to a dead lover. At the end of the song, the narrator decided to join their lover in death.
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Who was László Jávor?
Hungarian poet
When was László Jávor born?
László Jávor was born on 3 May 1903 in Budapest District VII.
When did László Jávor die?
László Jávor died on 21 December 1956.
What was László Jávor's occupation?
László Jávor was a poet and journalist.
What nationality was László Jávor?
László Jávor was Hungarian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). László Jávor. https://biography.guide/laszlo-javor/
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