September 30, 2005
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Born in Shiraz, Iran, Zohreh Rastegar was raised in an educated, urbane family in Tehran. Her mother was owner and head mistress of a private school in Tehran before retiring. Her father was an executive at the National Oil Company. He was also a poet and published a book of poetry just prior to his death in December, 2001.
Since elementary school, Zoe loved being on stage, a passion that continued throughout college. She was spokesperson and radio news announcer for Pahlavi University. While in Iran, she also played parts in radio dramas. Her poetry appeared in Iranian publications. She has received awards for writing and public speaking while student at Pahlavi University >>> See
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