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Pioneering Trans Activist Miss Major Griffin-Gracy Passes Away at 78
14 Oct
Summary
- Activist and author Miss Major Griffin-Gracy, known as "Mama" to many, has died at age 78.
- She founded the House of GG to create safe spaces for the LGBTQ+ community.
- Miss Major fought for equality and justice for over 50 years, including advocating for people living with HIV/AIDS.
On October 13, 2025, the world lost a pioneering and beloved figure in the LGBTQ+ liberation movement. Activist and author Miss Major Griffin-Gracy, known professionally as Miss Major, passed away at the age of 78 in the comfort of her home in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Miss Major was a trailblazer who dedicated over 50 years of her life to fighting for equality and justice. She founded the House of GG, also known as The Griffin-Gracy Educational and Historical Center, to create safe spaces for the LGBTQ+ community and those who experience transphobia, racism, sexism, poverty, ableism, and violence. The House of GG was a place for the community to take a break, recharge, and continue the ongoing fight for their rights.
Miss Major's enduring legacy is a testament to her resilience, activism, and unwavering commitment to supporting Black trans communities and all trans people. She was known as "Mama" to many, and her decades of service included advocating for people living with HIV/AIDS in New York and mentoring "her 'gurls' inside" prisons. Her passing has left an immense void, but her spirit and the impact she made will continue to inspire and guide the LGBTQ+ community in their collective fight for liberation.
