Gilbert Baker
American artist and gay rights activist (1951-2017) · United States · On the map · Artists · Died at 65
Gilbert Baker was an American artist, designer, activist, and vexillographer, best known as the creator of the rainbow flag.
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The six-color version of the pride flag is most common. The original version from 1978 featured two additional stripes - hot pink and turquoise - which were removed for manufacturing and practical reasons.
French memorial to Gilbert Baker, Place des Émeutes-de-Stonewall in Le Marais district of Paris.On YouTube
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Country
United States
Category
Artists
Type
Artist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1951 to 2017 · aged 65
