Quick Info
| Profession | Feminist Activist |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 15/07/1957 |
| Age | 67 years (died on 20, Jan, 2025) |
| Birthplace | Waco, Texas, U.S. |
| Date of Death | 20/01/2025 |
Latest News about Cecile Richards
20/01/2025
Cecile Richards, former president of Planned Parenthood Federation of America for 12 years, died at age 67 after a two-year battle with glioblastoma brain cancer. She remained active in Democratic politics and reproductive rights advocacy until the end, including her work with Supermajority, which she co-founded in 2019. Her death was widely mourned by organizations like Planned Parenthood, ACLU, and Supermajority, honoring her as a tireless champion for women's rights.
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Bio/Wiki
| Known for | Being the President of the Planned Parenthood Federation of America and the Planned Parenthood Action Fund |
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Physical Stats & More
| Eye Color | Blue |
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| Hair Color | Grey |
Educational Qualification(s)
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| College/University | Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island, United States |
| Educational Qualification | A bachelor's degree in history (1975-1980) |
Personal Life
| Religion | Christianity |
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| Food Habit | Non-Vegetarian |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Marriage Date | 22/06/1985 |
Family
| Father | Dave Richards |
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| Mother | Ann Richards (American politician, d. 2006) |
| Siblings | 2 Brothers (Daniel Richards, Clarke Richards), 1 Sister (Ellen Richards) |
| Spouse | Kirk Adams (labor organizer with the Service Employees International Union) |
| Children | 1 Son (Daniel), 2 Daughters (Lily Adams, Hannah) |
Career
| Major Designation | President of Planned Parenthood (February 2006-April 2018) |
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| Influence | Her tenure at Planned Parenthood brought significant awareness to women's reproductive rights amidst strong opposition, with notable political endorsements. |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/cecilerichards/ | |
| https://www.linkedin.com/in/cecile-richards-5981394/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Cecile Richards grew up in Dallas and Austin, Texas, and was engaged in activism from a young age. | |
| 2. As a teenager, she campaigned with her mother for a prominent civil rights lawyer. | |
| 3. At Brown University, she was involved in activism against apartheid. | |
| 4. She was given an honorary page position at the Texas State Legislature at age 13. | |
| 5. Richards played an integral role during legislative protests aimed at protecting reproductive rights in Texas. |