local
Khadijah Farrakhan, 'first lady of Nation of Islam' as wife of famous pastor, dies at 90
By Julie Carr Smyth, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 28, 2026
· 2 min read
Khadijah Farrakhan, longtime wife of Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan, died Saturday, the Nation of Islam has announced. She was 90. “Mother Khadijah” worked alongside her provocative and charismatic husband for decades, helping lead their religious and sociopolitical movement, which espous...
Key takeaway Her death came only seven months after devotees had marked Khadijah's 90th birthday.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
While Khadijah Farrakhan's passing may not have direct ties to San Antonio , her legacy as a champion of Black self-reliance and women's empowerment resonates with the city's own vibrant African American community. San Antonio's east side, in particular, has a rich history of African American cultural and civic engagement, with numerous organizations and events celebrating Black heritage and promoting social justice. The values that Khadijah Farrakhan embodied, including dignity, faith, and family, are likely to find echoes in the city's own community initiatives and cultural events. As San Antonio continues to grow and evolve, the example set by Khadijah Farrakhan and her husband Louis Farrakhan may inspire local leaders and activists to build on their own efforts to promote unity, self-determination, and social change. Her passing serves as a reminder of the enduring power of grassroots leadership and community organizing.
About this story
Original reporting by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) . The San Antonio surfaces reporting from trusted publishers and adds local editorial context so readers can quickly understand what a story means for their community. We attribute every source, link to the original report, and follow a documented editorial standards policy. To understand how stories are selected and reviewed, read our about page .
For the complete original report, visit KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) . Have a tip or correction? Contact our newsroom .
Category: local ·
Published: June 28, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
Get more The San Antonio stories like this
Free weekly briefing covering local and other local news. Curated by our editorial team. No spam.
By subscribing you agree to our privacy policy . Unsubscribe anytime.
Frequently asked about this story
What is this story about? Khadijah Farrakhan, longtime wife of Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan, died Saturday, the Nation of Islam has announced. She was 90. “Mother Khadijah” worked alongside her provocative and charismatic husband for decades, helping lead their religious and sociopolitical movement, which espous...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 28, 2026 by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) and curated for The San Antonio readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by Julie Carr Smyth, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate). To learn more about how The San Antonio selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
Where can I find related coverage? See more local coverage from The San Antonio, or browse our daily briefing and topic hubs .
← Back to all news
More local →
Today’s briefing
Subscribe to newsletter