Celebrated Poet and Activist Nikki Giovanni Passes Away at 81

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Celebrated Poet and Activist Nikki Giovanni Passes Away at 81
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Renowned poet and influential figure of the Black Arts Movement, Nikki Giovanni, has passed away at 81 after battling cancer. Known for her powerful exploration of themes like love, politics, and race, Giovanni published her first poetry collection in 1968 and became a prominent voice in literature. She taught at Virginia Tech for over 30 years and continued writing until her death, with her final poetry book set to be released next year.

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