Nikki Giovanni, Famed Poet & Educator, Dies At 81 #NikkiGiovanni

Nikki Giovanni, the famed poet, activist, and educator, died on Monday (Dec. 9). As the news of Nikki Giovanni's death began to spread online, many are remembering the celebrated scribe and her weight contributions to culture.

Nikki Giovanni was born Yolande Cornelia Giovanni Jr. in Knoxville, Tenn. on June 7, 1943. Raised primarily in Ohio, Giovanni was referred to as "Nikki" by her sister, and the nickname stuck. In 1960, Giovanni attended Fisk University in Nashville.... Read more


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