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Remembering Rev. Stephen Pieters: A Legacy of HIV/AIDS Activism

Rev. Stephen Pieters, an influential HIV/AIDS activist and survivor, has passed away at the age of 70. Pieters gained national recognition in 1985 after his televised interview with Tammy Faye Bakker, which made him a spokesperson in the fight against AIDS. The interview, re-created in the film "The Eyes of Tammy Faye," had a profound impact on many individuals struggling with their identity and the disease. Pieters dedicated his life to advocating for those living with HIV/AIDS and was involved in various organizations and events. His memoir, "Love Is Greater Than AIDS: A Memoir of Survival, Healing, and Hope," will be published soon.

via Hollywood Reporter|

#activism #hivaids #lgbtq

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Rev. Steve Pieters, Iconic HIV/AIDS Advocate, Passes Away at 70

Steve Pieters, a prominent AIDS advocate and longtime HIV survivor, has passed away at the age of 70. Pieters gained national recognition following his groundbreaking 1985 interview with televangelist Tammy Faye Bakker, which depicted a sympathetic portrayal of a gay man with AIDS. He became the first patient in an anti-viral drug trial to treat HIV and his cancers went into remission. Pieters' advocacy and story of recovery from AIDS have inspired many, and he will be remembered for his contributions to the LGBTQ+ community and HIV/AIDS awareness.

via Deadline|

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Rev. Steve Pieters, Longest HIV/AIDS Survivor in US, Succumbs to Cancer

Rev. Steve Pieters, a prominent advocate and one of the longest survivors of HIV/AIDS in the U.S., has passed away after battling cancer. Pieters gained recognition in 1985 for being one of the first HIV-positive gay men to appear on a national, longform interview with Tammy Faye Bakker. Actress Jessica Chastain, who portrayed Bakker in a film, announced Pieters' death on Twitter, praising his impact on the lives of those living with HIV/AIDS.

via KABC-TV|

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