The Caged Bird by Maya Angelou 🦋

Maya Angelou, born Marguerite Annie Johnson; April 4, 1928 – May 28, 2014) was an American memoirist, popular poet, and civil rights activist. She published seven autobiographies, three books of essays, several books of poetry, and is credited with a list of plays, movies, and television shows spanning over 50 years. She received dozens of awards and more than 50 honorary degrees. Angelou is best known for her series of seven autobiographies, which focus on her childhood and early adult experien

Dr. Maya Angelou was born on this day in 1928. She would've celebrated her 95th birthday today. A few years ago, I was able to spend some time with the legendary icon and asked about what she told an angry young #Tupac. #MayaAngelou #JanetJackson #poeticjustice | George Stroumboulopoulos