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Gloria Steinem - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | March 25, 1934 |
|---|---|
| Age | 92 |
| Birthplace | Toledo, Ohio, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries - (see also Gloria Steinem's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Co-founding Ms. magazine, championing women's rights, and playing a key role in the feminist movement. |
Intro
Gloria Steinem is an American journalist, social-political activist, and a leading figure of the women's liberation movement in the United States during the late 20th century.
Early Life & Background
Gloria Steinem was born in Toledo, Ohio, to Ruth and Leo Steinem. She moved frequently as a child due to her father's work, before settling in Toledo with her mother after her parents' separation. Steinem later attended Smith College, graduating in 1956.
Career Highlights
- Co-founded Ms. magazine in 1971, the first national magazine by and for women.
- Delivered her famous 'Address to the Women of America' at the National Women's Political Caucus in 1972.
- Active organizer and speaker for the Equal Rights Amendment and women’s rights legislation.
- Author of several influential books, including 'Outrageous Acts and Everyday Rebellions', 'My Life on the Road', and 'Revolution from Within'.
- Inducted into the National Women's Hall of Fame in 1993.
Trivia
- Gloria Steinem traveled to India as a Chester Bowles Asian Fellow after college, an experience that inspired her later activism.
- She was a founding member of the National Women's Political Caucus.
- Steinem was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Barack Obama in 2013.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Gloria Steinem?
Gloria Steinem is 92 years old.
When was Gloria Steinem born?
Gloria Steinem was born the 25 March 1934.
Where is Gloria Steinem from?
Toledo, Ohio, United States.
On Her Birth-Day
About March 25th, 1934, in brief:
- Historical events: The inaugural Masters Tournament, commonly known as the Masters, was held from March 22 to 24, 1934, at Augusta National Golf Club in Georgia.
- Day of the week: March 25th, 1934 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: The Thin Man directed by W.S. Van Dyke
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