Simion Ghimpu

Simion Ghimpu
Born(1939-05-24)May 24, 1939
DiedJuly 27, 2010(2010-07-27) (aged 71)
Alma materRussian Academy of Theatre Arts
Moldova State University
EmployerArt Institute of Chişinău
SpouseVeta Ghimpu Munteanu
ChildrenTudor (b.Sept. 11, 1968), Lucian (b. March 16, 1988), Anda-Cristina (b. Nov.10, 1978)
Parent(s)Irina and Toader Ghimpu
RelativesGheorghe Ghimpu (brother)
Mihai Ghimpu (brother)
Grigore Grigoriu (godfather)
Ruxanda Vahnovan (granddaughter)
Ingrid Ghimp (granddaughter)
Alexandru Vahnovan (grandson)
Mihai Vahnovan (grandson)
Sven Ghimp (grandson)
Catinca Ghimpu (granddaughter)
Mara Ghimpu (granddaughter)

Simion Ghimpu (24 May 1939 – 27 July 2010) was a Moldovan writer, poet, and essayist, known for his contributions to contemporary Moldovan literature. His works often reflected themes of national identity, culture, and human experience, positioning him as a significant voice in the intellectual life of Moldova during the late 20th century.