Gilbert Baker, Creator of Iconic Gay Pride Rainbow Flag, Has Died at 65

The man who tie-dyed and hand-stitched the rainbow flag that has become the worldwide symbol for gay pride and the LGBTQ community has died. He was 65. Gilbert Baker, who described himself as a "gay Betsy Ross," was found dead on Friday in his New York City home, the New York Times reports. "Gilbert Baker was a pioneer in the gay rights movement," LGBT Network CEO Dr. David Kilmnick said in a statement obtained by PEOPLE. My dearest friend in the world is gone. Gilbert Baker gave the world the R...