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Feminist Icon Robin Morgan Dies at 85
5 Sep
Summary
- Robin Morgan, feminist icon and co-founder of the Women's Media Center, passed away.
- She was an influential editor, poet, author of over 20 books, and activist.
- Her "Sisterhood is Powerful" anthologies sparked feminist change globally.
Robin Morgan, a pivotal figure in feminist activism and a former editor-in-chief of Ms. Magazine, passed away on September 5, 2026, at the age of 85. She was a co-founder of the Women's Media Center alongside Gloria Steinem and Jane Fonda.
Morgan's influential anthology series, including "Sisterhood is Powerful," significantly propelled the feminist movement. Her extensive literary contributions, encompassing over 20 books, and her role as a poet, solidified her status as a prominent activist and artist.
As a co-founder of the Women's Media Center 21 years ago, Morgan dedicated herself to empowering women in media. The organization continues her mission, aiming to enhance the visibility and influence of women in media and combat sexism and racism.
Jane Fonda remembered Morgan as a "living legend" whose work was integral to her own feminist education and career. The fashion house Dior even honored Morgan with a T-shirt series, celebrating her feminist symbol of the raised fist within the Venus symbol.
