Robin Morgan, child star who became feminist, poet and editor, dies aged 85

A pioneering figure in second-wave feminism has passed away at 85, according to the Women’s Media Center, which she helped establish alongside Jane Fonda and Gloria Steinem. Known for her work as a poet, essayist, and editor, Morgan transitioned from a child star in the 1940s and 1950s into a vocal activist, shaping feminist discourse and media representation for decades. Her legacy includes co-founding the organization dedicated to amplifying women’s voices in journalism and politics. The Women’s Media Center confirmed her death following Steinem’s passing earlier in the week.

Leading second-wave feminist co-founded Women’s Media Center with Jane Fonda and Gloria SteinemRobin Morgan, a child star of the 1940s and 50s who grew up to become an all-American radical as a poet, essayist, editor and second-wave feminist, has died. She was 85.Morgan’s death was confirmed Saturday by the Women’s Media Center, an organization she co-founded with Jane Fonda and the celebrated author and activist Gloria Steinem, who died Wednesday. Continue reading...