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'Grandmother of Juneteenth' Opal Lee hospitalized in Ohio

  • Opal Lee, a 98-year-old activist recognized for her efforts to establish Juneteenth as a federal holiday, was hospitalized over the weekend in Cincinnati, Ohio, while attending an event celebrating her contributions.
  • Lee’s activism, inspired by her family's home being burned in 1939, led her to promote Juneteenth as a federal holiday, a goal realized in 2021 after years of effort.
  • In 2016, Lee embarked on a 1,300-mile journey on foot, starting in Fort Worth and traveling through multiple cities to reach Washington D.C., carrying a petition signed by over one million people to support the recognition of Juneteenth.
  • Lee’s granddaughter, Dione Sims, shared that despite a recent health issue during a trip to Cincinnati, Lee remains mentally sharp and positive, with plans to return home shortly. She also highlighted Lee’s continued dedication to her activism at the age of 98.
  • Lee’s hospitalization highlights her lasting impact on recognizing Juneteenth as a celebration of freedom and American history, demonstrating the continuing relevance of her activism.
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NBC Dallas-Fort Worth broke the news in Fort Worth, United States on Sunday, June 1, 2025.
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