About
Journalist and poet recognized as being one of Latin America's most important writers during the 20th century.
Before Fame
He got his start as a member of Generation of 45, an all-encompassing literary and intellectual movement.
Trivia
Before dying, he dictated his last poem to his secretary Ariel Silva.
Family Life
He married Luz López Alegre in 1946.
Associated With
He and soccer pro Fernando Muslera were both born in Uruguay.
