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Currently, Elif Safak is 53 years, 1 months and 27 days old. Elif Safak will celebrate 54rd birthday on a Saturday 25th of October 2025. Below we countdown to Elif Safak upcoming birthday.
| Popular As | Elif Safak |
| Occupation | Novelist |
| Age | 53 years old |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
| Born | October 25, 1971 (Strasbourg, France) |
| Birthday | October 25 |
| Town/City | Strasbourg, France |
| Nationality | France |
Elif Safak’s zodiac sign is Scorpio. According to astrologers, Scorpio-born are passionate and assertive people. They are determined and decisive, and will research until they find out the truth. Scorpio is a great leader, always aware of the situation and also features prominently in resourcefulness. Scorpio is a Water sign and lives to experience and express emotions. Although emotions are very important for Scorpio, they manifest them differently than other water signs. In any case, you can be sure that the Scorpio will keep your secrets, whatever they may be.
Elif Safak was born in the Year of the Pig. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Pig are extremely nice, good-mannered and tasteful. They’re perfectionists who enjoy finer things but are not perceived as snobs. They enjoy helping others and are good companions until someone close crosses them, then look out! They’re intelligent, always seeking more knowledge, and exclusive. Compatible with Rabbit or Goat.
Turkish and English author who is known for her prolific career writing both fiction and non-fiction in both languages. She has gained popularity for her unique blend of Western and Eastern traditions, black humor, and fantastical elements in her novels. In 2014, she had her 9th book published in English called The Architect's Apprentice.
At age 9, her parents separated, and she was predominantly raised by her mother. She has said this large female influence played an integral role in developing her artistic voice at a young age.
She has lived in Turkey, England, and the United States, which has aided in successfully blending multicultural themes and ideas into her writing. In 2010, she was awarded the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres in France for her contribution to the arts.
She was born in Strasbourg, France. Her mother Şafak Atayman became a diplomat later in life.
She appeared on The Guardian (UK)'s shortlist for the 2013 Women's Prize for Fiction list alongside Hilary Mantel.
