Designer Of Rainbow Flag, Enduring Symbol For Gay Rights, Has Died
Gilbert Baker used his sewing skills to create the flag, an enduring symbol of the gay rights movement, and later, of growing solidarity with LGBT causes. He was 65.
Gilbert Baker, creator of the rainbow flag, which would endure as the symbol of gay activism and solidarity for 40 years, has died.
Cleve Jones, a longtime friend and noted gay rights activist, announced the death on Twitter.
Baker designed his
