Marsha P. Johnson
Marsha P. Johnson, a famous figure in the LGBTQ+ community, spent most of her life fighting for transgender acceptance and spreading HIV awareness in the community. Known for her activism in breaking social standards, she was also a popular drag queen in the underground ball scene. Though she died in a strange manner in 1992, her name has recently appeared in a number of documentaries about her life, the impact she had on the LGBTQ+ community, and her bravery during the Stonewall Rebellion, which inspired Pride. Her performances, talks with friends, and interviews about her passions and beliefs are all captured in this rare tape.
Marsha P. Johnson
Octavia Saint Laurent
Octavia Saint Laurent was dubbed “Queen of the Underground” for her energetic performances in New York City’s underground ball scene. Octavia, who was born on March 16, 1964 in Brooklyn, was a model, actress, and activist best recognized for her performance in the moving documentary Paris Is Burning. Before settling on her stage name Octavia Saint Laurent Mizrahi, she legally changed her name to Heavenly Angel Octavia Saint Laurent Manolo Blahnik. While the name is lengthy, it is appropriate given the queen she was. Unfortunately, on May 17, 2009, this performing superstar succumbed to cancer and died.
Octavia Saint Laurent
