Amanda Gorman, born March 7, 1998, is a prominent American poet, activist, and model known for her powerful and evocative poetry addressing themes of oppression, feminism, race, and the African diaspora. Gorman's work is characterized by its rhythmic language, soaring imagery, and engagement with social justice issues. She gained widespread recognition as the youngest inaugural poet in U.S. history, delivering "The Hill We Climb" at Joe Biden's 2021 inauguration.




