Tina McElroy Ansa, an award-winning author renowned for her evocative exploration of the Black experience in the American South, has left behind a profound literary legacy. Best known for her novels Baby of the Family and Ugly Ways, Ansa’s work has significantly influenced the landscape of American literature. Raised in Macon, Georgia, and a graduate… Continue reading Remembering Tina McElroy Ansa: Celebrated Author and Advocate for Black Voices in Literature
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Master Stone Carver Simon Verity Dies: Celebrated Artisan of St. John the Divine and Canterbury Cathedral
Simon Verity, a distinguished British master stone carver, has passed away. Known for his intricate and enduring work, Verity’s artistry graces renowned landmarks such as New York City’s Cathedral of St. John the Divine and England’s Canterbury Cathedral. Born in Amersham, England, Verity’s career began with garden sculptures and memorials, including headstones for notable individuals… Continue reading Master Stone Carver Simon Verity Dies: Celebrated Artisan of St. John the Divine and Canterbury Cathedral
Celebrated Comic Writer Joyce Brabner Passes Away at 72
Joyce Brabner, a pioneering figure in political and autobiographical comics, has died at the age of 72. Brabner, known for her influential work in the genre, was a prominent co-star in Harvey Pekar’s acclaimed series American Splendor. Her contributions extended beyond the comic book pages as she played a crucial role in reshaping the narrative… Continue reading Celebrated Comic Writer Joyce Brabner Passes Away at 72
Celebrated Fashion Designer Waraire Boswell Dies at 48
Waraire Boswell, the acclaimed fashion designer renowned for his bespoke creations for NBA stars and celebrities, has passed away at the age of 48. Boswell died on July 31, 2024, in Los Angeles, California. While the cause of his death remains undisclosed, it was revealed that he had been battling a private health issue. Boswell,… Continue reading Celebrated Fashion Designer Waraire Boswell Dies at 48
🌟 Celebrated Author Gail Lumet Buckley, Daughter of Lena Horne, Passes Away at 86
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… Continue reading 🌟 Celebrated Author Gail Lumet Buckley, Daughter of Lena Horne, Passes Away at 86
Tragic Loss: Celebrated Chef Naomi Pomeroy Dies in Tubing Accident
Naomi Pomeroy, renowned for her culinary expertise and her appearance on “Top Chef Masters,” has tragically passed away at the age of 49. The acclaimed Portland chef died in a tubing accident on the Willamette River in Oregon over the weekend. Pomeroy, a James Beard Award winner, was celebrated for her significant contributions to the… Continue reading Tragic Loss: Celebrated Chef Naomi Pomeroy Dies in Tubing Accident
Celebrated Photorealist Pioneer Audrey Flack Dies at 93
Audrey Flack, a trailblazing painter, sculptor, and a pioneer of the photorealist movement, has passed away at the age of 93. Flack’s death marks the end of an era for an artist whose work revolutionized modern art. Born in New York City in 1931, Flack’s artistic journey began at a young age. She studied fine… Continue reading Celebrated Photorealist Pioneer Audrey Flack Dies at 93
Celebrated Author and Playwright Shay Youngblood Passes Away at 64
The literary world mourns the loss of Shay Youngblood, an influential author and playwright, who passed away on June 11, 2024, at the age of 64. Youngblood, renowned for her powerful narratives that invigorated the lives and experiences of Black women, leaves behind a rich legacy of novels, short stories, and plays that continue to… Continue reading Celebrated Author and Playwright Shay Youngblood Passes Away at 64