Eugene Ionesco was a Romanian-French playwright, born on November 26, 1909, in Slatina, Romania. He is best known for his role in the Theatre of the Absurd, a movement that highlights the absurdity of human existence through illogical and nonsensical situations. His most famous works include The Bald Soprano and Rhinocéros. Ionesco's plays often explore themes of communication breakdown and the struggle for meaning in a chaotic world. His unique style combines humor and tragedy, challenging traditional narrative structures. He passed away on March 28, 1994, leaving a lasting impact on modern theatre.