Difference between revisions of "Prominent LGBTQ Deaths in 2022"
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* [[Abigail Kawananakoa]], philanthropist and Princess of Hawaii | * [[Abigail Kawananakoa]], philanthropist and Princess of Hawaii | ||
* [[Jim Kolbe]], politician | * [[Jim Kolbe]], politician | ||
| + | * [[Sandy Parker]], professional wrestler | ||
* [[Andre Leon Talley]], fashion journalist | * [[Andre Leon Talley]], fashion journalist | ||
* [[Urvashi Vaid]], author and activist | * [[Urvashi Vaid]], author and activist | ||
Latest revision as of 16:05, 21 November 2024
The global LGBTQ community lost many notable individuals during the year. Each of these individuals has played an important and visible role in creating an awareness, sensitivity, profile, and as an activist for human rights as they relate to minorities and sexual diversity. These individuals made contributions in the field of journalism, theatre, television, film, philanthropy, sports, activism, fashion, business, politics, and books.
Each will be remembered for their personal and professional impact on their friends, communities, and the world at large. Queerbio.com is proud to ensure their legacy within the LGBTQ community.
Simply click on their names to read their fascinating biographies:
Canada
- Gerald Hannon, activist and journalist
France
- Thierry Mugler, fashion designer
Honduras
- Thalia Rodriguez, transgender activist
United States
- Leo Bersani, academic
- Aaron Carter, singer
- Elana Dykewomon, author and poet
- Patrick Haggerty, country music singer/songwriter
- Anne Heche, actor
- Leslie Jordan, actor
- Abigail Kawananakoa, philanthropist and Princess of Hawaii
- Jim Kolbe, politician
- Sandy Parker, professional wrestler
- Andre Leon Talley, fashion journalist
- Urvashi Vaid, author and activist
- Kathy Whitworth, professional golfer
