101-Year-Old Activist, Famous for Protesting Book Bans, Headed to Oscars

Grace Linn, a remarkable 101-year-old woman, has become a TikTok sensation for her courageous stand against proposed book bans in Florida.

Her journey to fame began with her viral TikTok video, where she protested the banning of books by displaying a quilt at a school board meeting. The quilt, adorned with a bookshelf filled with banned books, was a powerful visual statement against censorship.

Linn’s commitment to this cause is deeply rooted in personal sacrifice. Her husband, a World War II hero, lost his life fighting for democracy and the freedoms enshrined in the U.S. Constitution.

Now, as a retired hospital administrator and avid reader, Linn passionately advocates for the freedom to read, a right protected by the First Amendment and a cornerstone of American democracy.

In her TikTok video, Linn’s quilt attracted attention not only for its poignant message but also for the positive responses it garnered. The video’s success led to her inclusion in a documentary titled “The ABCs of Book Banning,” released in 2023, which is now nominated for an Oscar.

101-Year-Old Activist, Famous for Protesting Book Bans, Headed to Oscars

Undeterred by her age, Linn plans to attend the Academy Awards, viewing the glamorous Hollywood event as an opportunity to amplify her message further.

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“I went into my bank, and my banking friends came out and said, ‘You hit TikTok a million and a half times,’ and then they showed me all the positive answers that were given,” Linn shared. “So I know I was on the right track.”

For Linn, the Oscars represent not just a glamorous event but a platform to extend the reach of her advocacy. Her determination to champion the freedom to read continues, inspiring others with her resilience, wisdom, and dedication to preserving democratic values.