Write MINI BIO PARAGRAPH about Maya angelo

• When she was born
• Accomplishments that make her worthy of being celebrated for women's history month
• When she died (year and her age) OR what she is up to today (if still alive)

Maya Angelou was born on April 4, 1928, in St. Louis, Missouri. She was a renowned poet, civil rights activist, and memoirist whose work focused on themes of identity, racism, and overcoming adversity. Angelou is best known for her autobiography, "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings," which made her an international literary sensation. She was also the first black woman to have a screenplay produced in Hollywood. Angelou passed away on May 28, 2014, at the age of 86, leaving behind a lasting legacy as one of the most influential voices in American literature. Her work continues to inspire and empower readers around the world.