7 Key Points On The Extraordinary Life Of Frane Selak  


Frane Selak, an elderly Croatian music teacher, gained global fame for surviving an unbelievable series of life-threatening incidents that seem straight out of a movie script.

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Born in 1929 in Croatia, Selak lived an ordinary life as a music teacher until a series of tragic accidents began transforming his life in unimaginable ways.

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In the mid-2000s, Selak’s fortunes changed when he won a $1 million (₹8.36 crore) lottery, reinforcing his reputation as both lucky and unlucky.

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After buying a luxurious home with his winnings, Selak decided to sell it in 2010. He gave most of his money to friends and family and returned to a modest lifestyle with his fifth wife.

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Selak used his remaining fortune for a hip operation and built a shrine to the Virgin Mary, expressing his gratitude for surviving his incredible life events.

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Frane Selak's story highlights resilience, humility, and gratitude, making him an enduring symbol of surviving against all odds while embracing the simple joys of life.

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