1900 – 1948

Zelda Fitzgerald

American writer (1900–1948)

autobiographernovelistdancerjournalistpainter

Born

1900-07-24, Montgomery

Died

1948-03-10

Birthplace state

Alabama

Biography

Zelda Fitzgerald was born in Montgomery, Alabama, in 1900 to a wealthy Southern family and became known locally for her beauty and vivacity. She married writer F. Scott Fitzgerald in 1920, after the success of his debut novel This Side of Paradise brought them both into national prominence; she became known in the press as the first American flapper. Her marriage deteriorated amid allegations of infidelity and conflict, and after traveling to Europe her mental health declined, requiring psychiatric care. Her doctors diagnosed her with schizophrenia, though later posthumous assessments suggested bipolar disorder.

Occupation

Zelda Fitzgerald is recorded as a autobiographer, a novelist, a dancer, a journalist, a painter, a socialite, a artist, a poet and a writer, born in Alabama (1900–1948).

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Frequently asked about Zelda Fitzgerald

Who was Zelda Fitzgerald?

Zelda Fitzgerald was American writer (1900–1948), born in Alabama (1900 – 1948).

When and where was Zelda Fitzgerald born?

Zelda Fitzgerald was born on 1900-07-24 in Montgomery.

When did Zelda Fitzgerald die?

Zelda died on 1948-03-10.

What was Zelda Fitzgerald known for?

Zelda Fitzgerald is recorded as a autobiographer, a novelist, a dancer, a journalist, a painter, a socialite, a artist, a poet and a writer.

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