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Trans Rights Pioneer Miss Major Griffin-Gracy Dies at 78

10/20/2025

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Miss Major Griffin-Gracy, a prominent trans rights activist, died on October 13 in Little Rock, Arkansas, at age 78.
She participated in key historical events such as the Stonewall Riot and endured homelessness and imprisonment before becoming a nonprofit leader.
Griffin-Gracy founded House of gg, a retreat for Black trans people, and was involved in the TGI Justice Project.
Her legacy includes uplifting the trans community and challenging societal norms.

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Story summary

Miss Major Griffin-Gracy, a prominent trans rights activist, died on October 13 in Little Rock, Arkansas, at age 78.
She participated in key historical events such as the Stonewall Riot and endured homelessness and imprisonment before becoming a nonprofit leader.
Griffin-Gracy founded House of gg, a retreat for Black trans people, and was involved in the TGI Justice Project.
Her legacy includes uplifting the trans community and challenging societal norms.