Essex Hemphill

Actor

Born: April 16, 1967 (28 years old)

Died: November 9, 1995

Place of birth: Chicago, Illinois, USA

Biography

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.

Filmography (4)

• Tongues Untied (1990, ★ 6.6)
• Affirmations (1990, ★ 5.2)
• Black Is… Black Ain’t (1995, ★ 5.6)
• Anthem (1993, ★ 4.2)