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Khadijah Farrakhan, 'first lady of Nation of Islam' as wife of famous pastor, dies at 90
By Julie Carr Smyth, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 28, 2026
· 2 min read
Khadijah Farrakhan, longtime wife of Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan, died Saturday, the Nation of Islam has announced. She was 90. “Mother Khadijah” worked alongside her provocative and charismatic husband for decades, helping lead their religious and sociopolitical movement, which espous...
Key takeaway Her death came only seven months after devotees had marked Khadijah's 90th birthday.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
While Khadijah Farrakhan's passing may seem like a story from afar, given her ties to Chicago, her legacy can still resonate in Alamo Heights , where conversations about social justice and community empowerment are ongoing. As a champion of Black self-reliance, her message of family and collective uplift can find relevance in local discussions about education, economic development, and social cohesion. The fact that she spoke at the Million Woman March, emphasizing the importance of women's roles in lifting their communities, may inspire local women's groups and organizations focused on family and youth development in Alamo Heights. Furthermore, the Farrakhans' commitment to their movement, spanning over seven decades, serves as a testament to the power of long-term dedication to a cause, a quality that can be admired and emulated by community leaders and activists in the area.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 28, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Khadijah Farrakhan, longtime wife of Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan, died Saturday, the Nation of Islam has announced. She was 90. “Mother Khadijah” worked alongside her provocative and charismatic husband for decades, helping lead their religious and sociopolitical movement, which espous...
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