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As we reflect on #TDOR, One Institute celebrates the life and legacy of #SirLadyJava, the trailblazing entertainer & trans activist, who passed away last week at the age of 82.

Read about our efforts to teach Lady Java's story: www.latimes.com/california/s...

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November 22, 2024 at 11:25 PM
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Sir Lady Java, ‘60s Drag Star Who Challenged the Law #obitpix #sirladyjava #dragqueen #actress #eroticdancer #comedian #thehumantornado #artofinstagram #brushdrawing #illustration #portraitdrawing
December 23, 2024 at 6:02 PM
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#SirLadyJava #RestInPeace #RIP #LGBTQIAplus #Equality #Freedom

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November 19, 2024 at 9:49 PM
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#ReddFoxx out there helping Trans Icon, the now late #SirLadyJava fight for her right to be allowed to perform on stage. He was one of the kindest souls on this planet.🤎🤎
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Redd Foxx and Sir Lady Java!
November 20, 2024 at 2:05 AM
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www.nytimes.com/2024/12/18/a...

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Sir Lady Java, ’60s Drag Star Who Challenged the Law, Dies
Long before the term “drag queen” was widely used, her burlesque act was popular in the Black entertainment world but barred under a municipal code.
www.nytimes.com
December 19, 2024 at 1:29 AM