Richard Bruce Nugent

(1906-1987)

American writer and artist

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Richard Bruce Nugent (July 2, 1906 – May 27, 1987), aka Richard Bruce and Bruce Nugent, was a gay writer and painter in the Harlem Renaissance. Despite being a part of a group of many gay Harlem artists, Nugent was among only a few who were publicly out. Recognized initially for the few short stories and paintings that were published, Nugent had a long productive career bringing to light the creative process of gay and black culture.

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Born	Richard Bruce Nugent 2 July 1906 Washington DC
Died	27 May 1987 (aged 80) Hoboken, New Jersey, USA
Zodiac	Cancer
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