The pioneering journalist and activist continuously pushed the boundaries of news and reporting on transgender issues. Roberts launched the online blog TransGriot in 2006 which spotlighted Black trans women and pushed for the coverage of LGBTQ+ issues.
Roberts’ influential impact as a journalist and activist was felt far and wide. She was also a co-founder of the National Transgender Advocacy Coalition in 1999.
The organisation described Roberts as a “leader” and “elder” who achieved “groundbreaking work for our communities for decades”.
The news of Roberts’ death first surfaced online through a tweet made by journalist Imara Jones. The post said: “I’m shocked at the sudden loss of @TransGriot.