In this sensitively rendered biography of Maya Angelou (1928–2014), the Roops describe how, early in life, “Words whirled and stories spun in Maya’s head and off her lips.” After she ...

American icon Maya Angelou was a celebrated writer, poet, activist, singer, actress and speaker. During her long and varied career she worked as a journalist in Africa, toured the world as an ...

Maya Angelou achieved enough during her extraordinary life to fill seven autobiographies. Her unique career – which included work as a dancer, singer, actress, composer, activist, teacher ...

Having suffered from heart problems for some time, Angelou passed away at her home in Winston-Salem, N.C., this morning at age 86. We'll be in your inbox every morning Monday-Saturday with all the ...

Her Maya Angelou monument weathered very public storms, now it reflects the great author's 'peace amidst adversity.' ...

LOUIS — A St. Louis legend has been recognized as one of the most iconic female pioneers in history. According to a recent survey, Maya Angelou, known for her roles as a writer, poet, actor, musician, ...