Essence Magazine:
(Photo by Michael Brennan/Getty Images) By Shelby Stewart ·Updated April 4, 2024
A poet, memoirist, activist, and educator, Maya Angelou’s life story is evidence of resilience, courage, and the written word. From her humble beginnings in the Jim Crow South to her rise as one of the most celebrated voices of the 20th century, Angelou’s journey is as inspiring as the wisdom she imparted through her prose and poetry.
Born Marguerite Annie Johnson
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