Actress Cecilia Gentili passes away at age 52
The LGBT+ community is grieving the loss of one of its most prominent figures.
Cecilia Gentili, a transgender advocate and actress, passed away at 52 on Feb. 6.
“Our beloved Cecilia Gentili passed away this morning to continue watching over us in spirit,” a statement shared on her Instagram page the same day read. “Please be gentle with each other and love one another with ferocity. We will be sharing more updates about services and what is to come in the following days. At this time, we’re asking for privacy, time, and space to grieve.”
Fans, friends, and loved ones of the late actress were flooding the post with love.
“Our community will never be the same without you, Cecilia,” wrote U.S. Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Thank you for giving us so much, relentlessly, every single day. You transformed so many lives and shined a light across Jackson Heights, Corona, and beyond.”