
Essex Hemphill
Apr 16, 1967 - Nov 09, 1995 (28 years old) in Chicago, Illinois, USA
Essex 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 For

Tongues Untied
Self - Poetry Performance
Credits
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Self★ NR
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Self★ 6.1
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Anthem 1993★ 4.4
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Affirmations 1990★ 5.6
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Tongues Untied 1990Self - Poetry Performance★ 6.7