American political activist (1947–2016).

Born January 22nd, 1947 in Lumberton.

Died May 2nd, 2016 at 69 years old in Greenbrae (myocardial infarction). ^[ref]

Assata Shakur

Born July 14th, 1947 in New York City.

Died September 25th, 2025 at 78 years old

Betty Shabazz

Born May 28th, 1935 in Pinehurst.

Died June 23rd, 1997 at 62 years old

Tupac Shakur

Born June 16th, 1971 in East Harlem.

Died September 13th, 1996 at 25 years old

Maya Angelou

Born April 4th, 1928 in St. Louis.

Died May 28th, 2014 at 86 years old

Fela Kuti

Born October 15th, 1938 in Abeokuta.

Died August 2nd, 1997 at 58 years old