Trans activist and Stonewall veteran Miss Major Griffin-Gracy has died aged 78 🏳️⚧️💔
The news was announced in posts shared to House of gg’s social media pages, with part of the statement reading: “Miss Major, 78, died on October 13, 2025 in the comfort of her home and surrounded by loved ones in Little Rock, Arkansas. Her enduring legacy is a testament to her resilience, activism, and dedication to creating safe spaces for Black trans communities and all trans people – we are eternally grateful for Miss Major’s life, her contributions and how deeply she poured into those she loved.”
Known lovingly as ‘Mama’ to many, Miss Major spent more than 50 years fighting for trans, gender nonconforming and LGBTQIA+people – especially Black trans women and those affected by incarceration and police brutality.
She founded House of gg to create safe, healing spaces for Black trans people in the U.S. South.
The statement concluded: “While her physical presence has shifted, we have gained ...
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