Birthdate: August 8, 1951
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Davenport, Iowa, United States
Died: February 17, 1994
Randy Shilts was a renowned American journalist and author celebrated for his pioneering work on LGBT issues and the AIDS epidemic. He was the first openly gay reporter for the San Francisco Chronicle and made significant contributions to journalism. His notable works include “The Mayor of Castro Street,” a biography of Harvey Milk, and “And the Band Played On,” a detailed account of the AIDS crisis. Shilts received numerous awards for his exceptional reporting, shining a light on important social issues before his untimely death due to an AIDS-related illness.
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