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May

2014

Author Maya Angelou died today

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Maya Angelou with Oprah

Maya Angelou, civil rights activist who inspired millions of Americans with her moving memoirs and works of fiction, is dead at 86. She had fought for equal right for Black people in the USA. Her books are world famous.

Her son Gary B. Johnson, her only child, issued a statement about the author’s death: ‘She lived a life as a teacher, activist, artist and human being. She was a warrior for equality, tolerance and peace. The family is extremely appreciative of the time we had with her and we know that she is looking down upon us with love.’

President Barack Obama revealed that his sister had been named as a tribute to Maya Angelou. President Obama presented her with the Medal of Courage in 2010.

Mar

2014

25 famous people who used to be homeless

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Did you know that, at one point in their lives, these celebrities used to be homeless?

Jim Carrey – Ben Franklin – David Letterman – Col. Harland Sanders – Sylvester Stallone – Kelly Clarkson – Tyler Perry – Daniel Craig – Halle Berry – Jim Kramer – Shania Twain – Hilary Swank – William Shatner – Jennifer Lopez – Sam Worthington – Sean Parker – Jewel – Djimon Hounsou – Dr. Phil McGraw – Drew Carey – Carmen Electra – Cary Grant – Kurt Cobain – Suze Orman – Heather Mills

via ▶ 25 Famous People Who Used To Be Homeless – YouTube.