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Shilts Randy
Date of birth and time Aug 8, 1951 , 21:17:00
Zodiac Sign Libra
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Zodiac Sign Cancer
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Zodiac Sign Aquarius
Lagan
Rodden Rating: AA
Remembering Since 1994
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Social : End a program of study 1975 (Graduated from Univ. of Oregon)
Work : Published/ Exhibited/ Released 1987 (Hit "And the Band Played On" released)
Health : Medical procedure January 1993 (Lungs collapsed, hospitalized for two mos.) chart Placidus Equal_H.
Other Relationship 31 May 1993 (A commitment ceremony with lover Barry Barbieri) chart Placidus Equal_H.
Social : Great Publicity September 1993 (TV drama of his life released) chart Placidus Equal_H.
Death:Death by Disease 17 February 1994 in Guerneville (AIDS, age 42) chart Placidus Equal_H.
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Shilts Randy Biography
American writer, a journalist and the author of a groundbreaking best-seller, "And The Band Played On," 1987, an expose and report on the situation of AIDS in the U.S. On the day that Shilts finished "Band," he had a doctor appointment, at which he was told that he himself was HIV+. The gripping story was made into a TV special drama that played in September 1993. That year he published "Conduct Unbecoming: Gays and Lesbians in the U.S. Military." One of three boys from a conservative family background, Shilts announced to his family that he was gay when he was 20. He graduated the head of his class from the University of Oregon in 1975 and went to work for the Advocate, a gay and lesbian magazine. With a wasting illness, he went into the hospital with a collapsed lung in January 1993, where he spent two months. On 31 May 1993, he and his lover Barry Barbieri, a film student, had a commitment ceremony. Shilts died of AIDS in Guerneville, California on 17 February 1994 at age 42. Link to Wikipedia biography Read less
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Randy Shilts - Public Profile
Full Name: Randy Shilts
Date of Birth: Wednesday, August 8, 1951
Place of Birth: Davenport, United States
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Randy Shilts is a well-known American journalist and author, particularly recognized for his work on the AIDS epidemic and LGBTQ+ rights. He passed away on February 17, 1994, but his contributions continue to be acknowledged in various media and historical retrospectives.
Social Media
Randy Shilts passed away before the advent of social media. Hence, there are no official social media profiles associated with him. However, his work and legacy are often discussed on platforms like Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram by scholars, activists, and fans.
Recent Projects
Although Randy Shilts is no longer alive to engage in new projects, his seminal works continue to be relevant:
- And the Band Played On: Politics, People, and the AIDS Epidemic - This book remains a critical resource for those studying the history of AIDS and public health policy.
- Conduct Unbecoming: Gays and Lesbians in the U.S. Military - Shilts' exploration of LGBTQ+ issues in the military continues to be a reference point in discussions about military policies and LGBTQ+ rights.
Legacy
Randy Shilts' legacy is preserved through his impactful journalism and books. His work has inspired documentaries, films, and academic studies. The 1993 HBO film adaptation of And the Band Played On brought his investigative work to a broader audience, further cementing his influence on public discourse about AIDS and LGBTQ+ issues.
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