(Pictured) A still from TV series "The Bill." The American author, playwright and AIDS activist died from pneumonia in New York City, New York, U.S.
He was 84. Kramer was one of the earliest activists in the fight against AIDS, who co-founded the Gay Men's Health Crisis in 1982.
With a ground-breaking 1983 essay "1,112 and Counting," Kramer created ripples not only in the stigmatized society but also forced the government to respond to the prevailing situation.
His semi-autobiographical play "The Normal Heart" (1985) further brought the AIDS crisis in New York to the forefront. He was nominated for an Oscar for the film "Women in Love" (1969).The veteran actor, known for portraying the role of Mr.
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