Quick Info
| Profession | Retired teacher, counselor, and activist |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 07/10/1926 |
| Age | 99 years |
| Birthplace | Marshall, Texas, United States |
Latest News about Opal Lee
19/06/2025
Opal Lee continued to be honored publicly as a central figure in the Juneteenth movement during the 2025 Juneteenth observances. Coverage highlighted her lasting role in the campaign that helped turn Juneteenth into a federal holiday and her continued symbolic importance as the "Grandmother of Juneteenth."
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Bio/Wiki
| Known For | Activism to make Juneteenth a federally recognized holiday |
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| Nickname | Grandmother of Juneteenth |
Personal Life
| Birth Name | Opal Lee |
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| Maiden Name | Flake |
Career
| Occupation | Teacher, counselor, activist |
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| Notable Work | Juneteenth federal holiday campaign |
| Recognition | Played a key role in the movement that led to Juneteenth becoming a federal holiday |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. She is widely known as the "Grandmother of Juneteenth". | |
| 2. She was present when the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act was signed into law in 2021. | |
| 3. Her walking campaign to make Juneteenth a federal holiday began in 2016 and later became an annual event. |