Obituary of Leymah Gbowee

Leymah Gbowee

Leymah Gbowee (born February 1st, 1972 in Central, Liberia) was an Activist who was best known for heading up the "Women of Liberia Mass Action for Peace" movement. Leymah died on January 29th, 2026 (TBV) and her death was possibly because of diabetes. She was 53 years old.

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Leymah Gbowee Biography Wiki:

Is She Dead or Alive: Still Alive
Full Name: Gbowee, Leymah
Common Name: Leymah Gbowee
Gender: Female
Preferred Gender Pronoun: she/her
Birthplace: Central, Liberia
Birth Date: February 01, 1972
Age: 53
Occupation: Activist

Nationality: Liberian
Favorite Food: Newman's Own Dressing
Favorite Color: Crimson
Favorite Scent: Versace Eros
Favorite Actor: Kate Winslet

Leymah's Family Tree

Birth Name: Leymah Roberta Gbowee
Father:
Mother:
Sister(s):

three

Spouse/Partner:
Not Married - Single - Dating?

Death Notice:

Date: Still Alive
Place: Unknown
Cause of Death: None Yet

Category Tags:

Activist Liberian Born on February 1st Born in 1972

Quotable Quotes:

"I am in no sense of the word a great artist, not even a great animator; I have always had men working for me whose skills were greater than my own. I am an idea man."

"My attitude has become a little bit of a stick in the mud. But it's not my job to make you happy with my opinion."

"Leymah Gbowee was an amazing lady and an incredible woman. She will be missed by all of us. (V)"

"Leymah Gbowee was a fearless, passionate and revolutionary leader whose life and legacy continue to inspire generations of women around the world. (V)"

Is Ms. Leymah Gbowee still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, she has not passed away.