Legendary Transgender Activist Miss Major Dies at 78
Miss Major Griffin-Gracy, a legendary transgender activist and Stonewall veteran, has died at 78. Her lifelong fight for justice transformed LGBTQ history.
As a caretaker, Miss Major was known for helping Black trans women in need, providing them with housing and support when they faced poverty and violence.
She was a fierce advocate for trans rights, emphasizing the importance of protecting the most vulnerable members of the LGBTQ+ community, including women who were policed and incarcerated for trying to survive.
As a veteran of the 1969 Stonewall uprising in New York City, Miss Major was a respected queer elder who pushed for action and progress, rather than simply relying on the past.
Her lifelong fight for justice transformed LGBTQ history.
Author's summary: Miss Major Griffin-Gracy dies at 78.