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Khadijah Farrakhan, ‘first lady of Nation of Islam’ as wife of famous pastor, dies at 90
By Associated Press at WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· June 29, 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 espouse...
Key takeaway Her death came only seven months after devotees had marked Khadijah’s 90th birthday.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
In Atlanta , where the legacy of civil rights leaders like Martin Luther King Jr. continues to inspire social justice movements, the passing of Khadijah Farrakhan resonates deeply. As a champion of Black self-reliance and a devoted partner to her husband Louis Farrakhan, she embodied the spirit of community empowerment that defines many of Atlanta's own neighborhood initiatives. Her message of family and collective uplift, as expressed during the Million Woman March, echoes the values of Atlanta's own community organizations, which often prioritize family-centered approaches to social and economic development. As funeral services for Mother Khadijah are announced, Atlantans may reflect on the enduring impact of her life's work, which transcended geographical boundaries to inspire a nation. The city's own rich history of sociopolitical activism, from the Atlanta University Center to the West End, serves as a testament to the power of grassroots leadership, a legacy that Khadijah Farrakhan's life and work will continue to inform.
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Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
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