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Essex Hemphill

Biography

Essex Hemphill was an openly gay American poet and activist. He is known for his contributions to the Washington, D.C. art scene in the 1980s, and for openly discussing the topics pertinent to the African-American gay community.

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Person Stats

Known ForActing

GenderMale

Birthday1967-04-16

Place of BirthChicago, Illinois, USA

Also Known AsNot Given

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