Cecile Richards, former Planned Parenthood president, dies at 67
- Cecile Richards, former president of Planned Parenthood, died at 67 after battling brain cancer, according to her family.
- Richards led Planned Parenthood for 12 years, transforming it into a major political force and provider of reproductive health care.
- She received the Presidential Medal of Freedom from President Joe Biden in November 2024, honoring her contributions to women's rights.
- Richards' family expressed gratitude for the care she received and the support from friends during her illness.
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Former Planned Parenthood President Cecile Richards dies at 67
(OSV News) -- Cecile Richards, former Planned Parenthood president and progressive activist, died Jan. 20 after a battle with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. She was 67. Richards, the daughter of the late Texas Gov. Ann Richards, left Planned Parenthood, the nation's largest abortion provider, in 2018 after 12 years at its helm. She
Cecile Richards has died
“I am heartbroken by the passing of my friend and mentor Cecile Richards,” said HRC President Kelley Robinson. Robinson called Richards “a giant in the fight for freedom — an unwavering advocate for reproductive, workers’ and civil rights.” Richards, daughter of former Texas Gov. Ann Richards, died on Monday, Jan. 20, at the age of 67 from brain cancer. She headed Planned Parenthood for 12 years and founded the Texas Freedom Network. Among other…
Cecile Richards has died - Dallas Voice
“I am heartbroken by the passing of my friend and mentor Cecile Richards,” said HRC President Kelley Robinson. Robinson called Richards “a giant in the fight for freedom — an unwavering advocate for reproductive, workers’ and civil rights.” Richards, daughter of former Texas Gov. Ann Richards, died on Monday, Jan. 20, at the age of 67 from brain cancer. She headed Planned Parenthood for 12 years and founded the Texas Freedom Network. Among other…
Statement from Dr. Jamila K. Taylor, IWPR President and CEO, on the passing of Cecile Richards:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 21, 2025 Contact: Chandler Rollins 314-610-0896 Statement from Dr. Jamila K. Taylor, President and CEO of the Institute for Women’s Policy Research, on the passing of Cecile Richards: “I am deeply saddened by the passing of Cecile Richards, an absolute giant of our movement. Cecile’s leadership and brilliance were matched only by her kindness and the care that she brought to all her work. Throughout her life, s…
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ThePatriotLight - Cecile Richards, former president of Planned Parenthood, passed away. She was 67. “This morning our beloved Cecile passed away at home, surrounded by her family and her ever-loyal dog, Ollie. Our hearts are broken today but no words can do justice to the joy she brought to our lives,” her family said in a statement, according to NBC News. “We are grateful to the doctors and health care workers who provided her excellent care an…
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