Gail Lumet Buckley, renowned for her insightful chronicles of Black family history, passed away at the age of 86. The daughter of legendary singer and actress Lena Horne, Buckley was an acclaimed author and journalist who illuminated the achievements and struggles of African Americans through her writings.
Buckley, born in 1937, gained widespread recognition for her seminal work, “The Hornes: An American Family,” which detailed the rich history of her family, including her famous mother. She continued to explore themes of race, identity, and heritage in her writing, contributing significantly to the understanding of African American culture and history.
Her daughter, Jenny Lumet, a screenwriter and producer, confirmed that Buckley died of heart failure at her home in Santa Monica. Gail Lumet Buckley’s legacy as a storyteller and historian endures, leaving a profound impact on literature and cultural history.