Social media is buzzing over the rumored death of renowned American poet and author Nikki Giovanni at the age of 81.
The Shade Room, an entertainment blog, posted a report about Nikki Giovanni’s death on Instagram. The Shade Room’s announcement, which omitted information about Nikki Giovanni’s death, aroused a great deal of interest among her followers.
The site paid homage to the lasting influence of Nikki Giovanni by honoring her legacy and work. “Poet and writer #NikkiGiovanni has tragically passed away at the age of 81,” the post states.
In 2006, she was listed as one of Oprah’s 25 Living Legends and received a Grammy nomination for her poetry.
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