Lyra McKee

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Lyra McKee

Country

Ireland

Birth - Death

1990 - 2019

Occupation

Journalist

Description

Journalist and editor of the media trade publication, Mediagazer. Forbes named her on its 30 under 30 in media list (2016). Made international headlines when she was shot dead while reporting on ‘dissident republican activity’ in Londonderry, Northern Ireland. Published a non-fiction novella about the troubles in Northern Ireland called 'Angels with Blue Faces'. Has written for BuzzFeed News and Mosaic Science. Her article 'Letter to My 14-Year-Old Self,' about the abuse and support she received while growing up gay, was widely read online and made into a short film.

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