She taught us how to ego trip and know that we were loved, all with her signature smile and soul-nourishing words.
On Monday, Yolande Cornelia “Nikki” Giovanni Jr., renowned American poet, writer, commentator, activist, and educator died at the age of 81. According to WDJB News, Giovanni passed away peacefully with her partner, Virginia “Ginny” Fowler close by.
Giovanni had previously battled with cancer and died of complications from her most recent bout with lung cancer according to The New York Times. Read more at www.thegrio.com.
