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Posted On: October 9th 2026, 05:29 pm
Right before & after moderating at Day 1 of Culture Con I was told that @gracedetrevarah , @jiiggy.333 & my cat baby (with Jah) Basil had passed away. 💔

As I was on my way to BK Navy Yard I was a emotional wreck on the inside but I chose to pull strength from my ancestors to show up & stand in my power. I wanted to pay tribute to 4 of them that got me this far . Black women (cis & trans) are the pillars of our existence and impact culture. I wanted to honor them in collaboration with jewelry maker @creeandcompany . 🖼️✨

I stand tall with all of you on my shoulders & will love you forever.

I SAY THEIR NAMES:
Henrietta Gortman (Nene)
Lena Gortman (Aunt Tot)
Grace Detrevarah
Miss Major
Jaylen King Jones (Jiggy)
Basil Beverly (Bookie)

Rest in Peace & Power.
Asé 🕯️✨

Culture Con Photo Credits 📸
Creative Editorial Director: @alyssaheartbreak 
Producer: @ivanarenee_
Photographer: @mironkoproductions
Videographer: @skinnywashere
Set Design: @doseofdots @abike.studio
@thegirlmango @kalibwani.ug @koimbugua 
Digitech:  @pgsdgtl
Lighting Techs: @gracie_pendleton & @irinalazouski
Retoucher: @jordynkatz
PAs: @tonjastidhum @_jordanf_
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