Mercedes De Acosta was a poet, playwright, screenwriter, novelist, socialite, costume designer, and fashion influencer.  She also lived her life as an unabashedly out lesbian at a time, when this was hidden, looked down upon & unheard of.

Her unapologetic strength, resilience, and ingenuity paved the way for others and her most impressive creation was herself

During her life, Mercedes produced three volumes of poetry, two novels, and plays. Still, commercial success eluded her mostly due to a disapproving world, who was more concerned with her sexual preference than her talents.

Years of salacious gossip and fading memory have obscured the real de Acosta, so we hope to bring her to light in this Episode of  The Sheela Na Gig Podcast.  Listen in and let us know your thoughts.

https://www.advocate.com/women/2017/3/17/women-who-paved-way-mercedes-de-acosta 

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