Cecilia Gentili, a transgender activist and actress known for her role in the FX series 'Pose,' passed away at the age of 52. She was a prominent figure in the LGBTQ community, having
founded and worked with various LGBTQ-based organizations throughout her life. Gentili, who first came out in 1984 and sought asylum in the United States in 2012, played Miss Orlando in 'Pose.' She was also an award-winning author, founding member of Decrim NY, and the founder of the Callen-Lorde Community Health Center, providing healthcare services for LGBTQ communities. Gentili's contributions extended to advocacy for sex workers' rights and decriminalization efforts. Her memoir, 'Faltas: Letters to Everyone in My Hometown Who Isn't My Rapist,' won the American Library Association's Stonewall Book Award in 2023. Additionally, she produced a solo show called Red Ink, which was set to return to The Public Theater in New York City. Gentili's legacy as an activist, actress, and advocate for marginalized communities has left a lasting impact on many lives.
founded and worked with various LGBTQ-based organizations throughout her life. Gentili, who first came out in 1984 and sought asylum in the United States in 2012, played Miss Orlando in 'Pose.' She was also an award-winning author, founding member of Decrim NY, and the founder of the Callen-Lorde Community Health Center, providing healthcare services for LGBTQ communities. Gentili's contributions extended to advocacy for sex workers' rights and decriminalization efforts. Her memoir, 'Faltas: Letters to Everyone in My Hometown Who Isn't My Rapist,' won the American Library Association's Stonewall Book Award in 2023. Additionally, she produced a solo show called Red Ink, which was set to return to The Public Theater in New York City. Gentili's legacy as an activist, actress, and advocate for marginalized communities has left a lasting impact on many lives.
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