Gloria Steinem Dies at Age 92 Inside Her Longtime NYC Home—Where She Helped Shape the Feminist Movement

Political activist Gloria Steinem has died inside her longtime New York City home at the age of 92.The news of her death was announced via a statement posted on her Instagram page, which read, "Yesterday, Gloria Steinem passed away peacefully at her home in New York City, surrounded by some of the many who loved her. Gloria’s near-century on earth were years well-lived, and she continued working for equality until the very end."The writer, who served as the face of second-wave feminism in the 1960s and 1970s, was described as an "independent spirit" who had a talent for listening to others."Gloria’s greatest gift was her ability to listen to others, to make others feel seen and heard. Her words, actions, and example gave people permission to be their truest selves. Gloria lived true to her independent spirit, always with curiosity and a great sense of humor," the message continued. The statement noted that Steinem "spent her recent years doing the two things she loved most: being in community with others and writing."Loading...Political activist Gloria Steinem as passed away inside her longtime New York City home at the age of 92. Bettye Lane/Photo Researchers History/Getty Images"...