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Say It Loud: 8 Celebrities Whose Parents Were Activists
Certain celebrities have unique stories that are often untold or forgotten, especially as it relates to their family background. The following 8 celebs represent a diverse group who are products of homes where one or both parents were or are known for being involved in activism- whether social, political, or economic.
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Tupac Shakur
Arguably the best hip-hop lyricist of all time, the late and legendary Tupac Shakur was born to Afeni Shakur and Billy Garland, who were both active members of the Black Panther Party in its prime. Afeni was charged with multiple felonies during the late ‘60s for allegedly conspiring to bomb public places in New York. All of the charges were later dropped.
