Gloria Steinem, a potent voice of U.S. feminism and co-founder of Ms. Magazine, has died
Gloria Steinem, a prominent American feminist activist and co-founder of Ms. Magazine, has passed away at the age of 92. She was a central figure in the U.S. women's movement, known for her advocacy and journalism.
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Steinem's death marks the end of an era for the modern feminist movement, as she was a foundational voice for gender equality in the 20th century.
Gloria Steinem, the celebrated author and activist who became one of the most visible symbols and potent voices of the U.S. women’s movement and a fierce advocate for feminist causes throughout her life, has died. She was 92.
With her trademark streaked hair parted down the middle and large aviator glasses, Steinem, a co-founder of Ms. Magazine, was a hugely recognisable presence wherever she went. And she went everywhere: Much of her life as an advocate was spent on the road, speaking at college campuses and community centers, at rallies and marches.
She died on Wednesday (September 2, 2026) at her home in New York City, according to her and her foundation’s social media pages.
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