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A civil rights activist and leader in the Nation of Islam, Malcolm X advocated for Black empowerment and the right to self-defense. His life and views evolved dramatically, especially after his pilgrimage to Mecca.
Born May 19, 1925 (age 100)
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Malcolm X (Malcolm Little; May 19, 1925–February 21, 1965) was an African American minister, orator, and civil rights activist. Born in Omaha, Nebraska, he became the most prominent spokesperson for the Nation of Islam during the 1950s and early 1960s, advocating for Black self-determination, economic independence, and the right to self-defense. He was suspended from the Nation of Islam in 1963 following controversial remarks about President John F. Kennedy's assassination. In 1964, Malcolm X made a pilgrimage to Mecca, which prompted a significant reassessment of his views on race relations and cooperation across racial lines. He left the Nation of Islam to establish the Muslim Mosque, Inc., and the Organization of Afro-American Unity. Malcolm X was assassinated in New York City on February 21, 1965, by members of the Nation of Islam. His speeches and autobiography, published posthumously, remain influential texts in civil rights discourse.
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Malcolm X at a glance
- Born
- May 19, 1925, Omaha
- Active since
- 1954
- Known for
- Politician, Autobiographer, Political activist, Human rights defender
