Essex HemphillActingApril 16, 1967— November 9, 1995(28 years old)Chicago, Illinois, USAPopularity: 0BiographyEssex Hemphill was an openly gay American poet and activist. He is known for his contributions to the Washington, D.C. art scene in the 1980s, and for openly discussing the topics pertinent to the African-American gay community.Known For4.5Anthem5.6Affirmations6.6Tongues UntiedWriterPhotos of Essex HemphillFilmographyMovies7TV Shows0AllCast7Crew1Browse All2010sAf-Fixing Ceremony: Four Movements for Essex, Movement I: Essex + AudreSelf1990s5.8Black Is… Black Ain’tSelf4.5Anthem6.6Tongues UntiedSelf - Poetry Performance5.6Affirmations
