Sunday, August 20, 2017

Baba Dick Gregory passes at 84


We mourn the passing of legendary comedian, author, nutritionist (Bahamian Diet) and human rights activist, Dick Gregory.
Gregory has been on the front line of the civil rights battle for decades: from marching with Dr.Martin Luther King to sharing his wisdom and knowledge on radio podcast shows like the very popular Breakfast Club -- for a new generation.
By using grace, humor and caustic wit, Gregory created his own lane to highlight the absurdities of racial injustice.
Our thoughts and prays are with his family and friends.
As reported in CNN news:

Comedian and civil rights activist Dick Gregory, who broke barriers in the 1960s and became one of the first African-Americans to perform at white clubs, died Saturday.
He was 84.
Gregory recently rescheduled an event in Atlanta because he was hospitalized. He died in Washington, his son posted on social media without giving details.
"The family appreciates the outpouring of support and love, and respectfully asks for their privacy as they grieve during this very difficult time," Christian Gregory said. "More details will be released over the next few days."Gregory satirized segregation and racial injustice in his acts, and was arrested several times in the 1960s for joining civil rights rallies. read more

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