Cecile Richards, Ex-Planned Parenthood President, Dies at 67 After Brain Cancer

Jan 20, 2025, 04:09 PM

Cecile Richards, former president of Planned Parenthood Federation of America and a prominent activist for women's rights and reproductive freedom, died on Monday, January 20th, 2025, at the age of 67 after a battle with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. Richards, daughter of former Texas Governor Ann Richards, led Planned Parenthood for 12 years from 2006 to 2018, becoming one of the nation's most influential voices for women's health and reproductive rights. Vice President Harris called her 'a fighter and a force to be reckoned with.' Her final project was 'Abortion in America,' dedicated to using social media platforms to share stories about abortion beyond traditional media.