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Colorado's poet laureate, Andrea Gibson, passed away at the age of 49. Andrea Gibson was renowned poet known for their candid exploration of life, death, and identity, has passed the world away on July 14, 2025 at 4:16 am.
Gibson’s death was announced by their wife Megan Falley, on social media.
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Gibson and Falley are the main subjects of the documentary Come See Me in the Good Light, which won the Festival Favorite award at the Sundance film festival and is scheduled to air on Apple TV+ later this year.
As per the Monday’s announcement reads, Andrea Gibson died in their home at Boulder, Colorado. Their wife, Meg, four ex-girlfriends, their mother and father, dozens of friends, and their three beloved dogs, all were present at the time of death.
Who was Andrea Gibson
Life and Career
They were born in Calais, Maine, and discovered early on how much they loved poetry. Later moved to Boulder, Colorado in late 1990s,where they had served for the past two years as the state’s poet laureate. Among their books were Lord of the Butterflies, Take Me With You, and You Better Be Lightning.
They rose to prominence in the scene for slam poetry. Gibson started their career with the release of first collection, Pole Dancing to Gospel Hymns, which many of poeple loved their raw honesty and emotional depth.
After that they started giving many their work including The Madness Vase and Pansy, each of them exploring complex themes such as mental health, queer identity, and social justice with a unique blend of vulnerability and strength. Gibson’s performances were often described as electrifying, bringing their words to life and solidifying their reputation as a powerful voice in contemporary poetry.
Gibson’s poetry broke through standard barriers, articulating the collective human experience and providing a platform for marginalized voices.
In their "Love Letter from the Afterlife" poem, they wrote shortly “Dying is the opposite of leaving. When I left my body, I did not go away. That portal of light was not a portal to elsewhere, but a portal to here. I am more here than I ever was before.”, before they died.
Their work was more impactful specially in the LGBTQ+ community, where they were famous for their advocacy and representation.
Their Poems like “I Sing the Body Electric, Especially When My Power’s Out” started becoming anthems targeting those who are struggling with own identity and self-acceptance.
Impact and Legacy
Colorado governor Jared Polis said on Monday that Gibson was “truly one of a kind” and had “a unique ability to connect with the vast and diverse poetry lovers of Colorado”.
Fellow poet Sonya Renee Taylor praised Gibson saying “Andrea’s words were a balm for the wounded and a call to action for the complacent.”m as this noted in the Jackson Hole News & Guide.
Not only this but the Gibson’s influence extended beyond the page, to advocate for social justice causes, including mental health awareness and LGBTQ+ rights, thier platform always started being used.
Circumstances of Death
Andrea Gibson fighting with ovarian cancer from 4 years. They revealed diagnosis of ovarian cancer with their fans in recent years and finally passed away on July 14, 2025 at 4:16 am.
Gibson’s family expressed gratitude for the community’s support, stating “Andrea’s spirit will live on through their words and the countless lives they touched.”
Their audiance and other people started giving tributes to social media after declaration of their death by their wife Megan Falley. Many of them sharing their expariance of how Gibson’s poetry provided solace during difficult times.
In Gibson’s own words, “The hardest part of living is just taking breaths to stay.”
Andrea Gibson’s passing leaves a profound void in the world of poetry and beyond. Their words, which have touched many countless hearts, will continue to inspire people. Their work will undoubtedly continue to help others find the strength to do just that.
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