When is Raquel Willis's birthday?

Raquel Willis was born on January 1, 1995.

What is Raquel Willis's zodiac sign?

Raquel Willis is a Capricorn, born January 1, 1995.

What is Raquel Willis's Chinese zodiac sign?

Raquel Willis was born in 1995, the year of the Wood Pig.

Where is Raquel Willis from?

Raquel Willis is from United States.

Where was Raquel Willis born?

Raquel Willis was born in Augusta, United States.

Where did Raquel Willis go to school?

Raquel Willis attended University of Georgia.

Is Raquel Willis still alive?

Yes — Raquel Willis is alive and 31 years old.

What awards has Raquel Willis won?

Raquel Willis has won Time 100 (2025).

What is Raquel Willis's life-path number?

Raquel Willis's numerology life-path number is 8, derived from January 1, 1995.

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Raquel Willis is a writer and transgender rights activist whose memoir and advocacy reshaped conversations around trans liberation. Born in the US, Willis served as national organizer for the Transgender Law Center and executive editor of Out magazine before publishing The Risk It Takes To Bloom in November 2023. In 2020, she won a GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Magazine Article; in 2025, TIME Magazine named her a Woman of the Year and one of the 100 most influential people. Capricorn energy—disciplined, purposeful, deeply rooted in principle.

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Raquel Willis is a writer, editor, and transgender rights activist whose work spans advocacy, journalism, and memoir. Born in the US, Willis held key leadership roles as national organizer for the Transgender Law Center and executive editor of Out magazine, platforms through which she shaped national discourse on trans rights. Her debut memoir, The Risk It Takes To Bloom, was published in November 2023, offering a personal and political account of resilience and identity. In 2020, Willis won the GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Magazine Article, recognizing her impact in LGBTQ+ media. Her influence widened significantly in 2025, when TIME Magazine named Willis a Woman of the Year and included her among the 100 most influential people globally. As a writer, Willis contributes essays, features, and long-form journalism across major publications. Born January 1, 1995, Willis carries Capricorn's trademark discipline and structural thinking—qualities evident in her methodical, principle-driven approach to activism and storytelling. Her work bridges personal memoir with systemic critique, a tension that defines contemporary trans letters.

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Willis won the GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Magazine Article in 2020.
TIME Magazine named Willis a Woman of the Year and one of the 100 most influential people in 2025.
Her memoir, The Risk It Takes To Bloom, was published in November 2023.

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Driven and business-minded. Raquel Willis extend their craft into ownership: labels, production companies, brand lines.

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How old is Raquel Willis?: Raquel Willis is 31 years old (born January 1, 1995).
When is Raquel Willis's birthday?: Raquel Willis was born on January 1, 1995.
What is Raquel Willis's zodiac sign?: Raquel Willis is a Capricorn, born January 1, 1995.
What is Raquel Willis's Chinese zodiac sign?: Raquel Willis was born in 1995, the year of the Wood Pig.
Where is Raquel Willis from?: Raquel Willis is from United States.
What does Raquel Willis do?: Raquel Willis is a writer.
Where was Raquel Willis born?: Raquel Willis was born in Augusta, United States.
Where did Raquel Willis go to school?: Raquel Willis attended University of Georgia.
Is Raquel Willis still alive?: Yes — Raquel Willis is alive and 31 years old.
What awards has Raquel Willis won?: Raquel Willis has won Time 100 (2025).
What is Raquel Willis's life-path number?: Raquel Willis's numerology life-path number is 8, derived from January 1, 1995.

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