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Andrea Gibson’s Death Prompts Tributes as Documentary Set for Apple TV+ Premiere

Following a flood of tributes from Governor Jared Polis to fellow poets, their Sundance-acclaimed documentary Come See Me in the Good Light will debut on Apple TV+ this fall.

Andrea Gibson attends the "Come See Me In The Good Light" Premiere during the 2025 Sundance Film Festival at Library Center Theatre on January 25, 2025 in Park City, Utah.
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Colorado poet Andrea Gibson passed away at the age of 49.

Overview

  • Andrea Gibson died on July 14 at their home in Boulder, Colorado, surrounded by family, friends and their three dogs.
  • Appointed Colorado’s 10th poet laureate in 2023, Gibson championed poetry appreciation, arts in education and social justice.
  • Over a four-year battle with ovarian cancer, their work fearlessly explored gender identity, LGBTQ+ rights and mortality.
  • Governor Jared Polis praised Gibson’s unique ability to connect with diverse audiences and inspire action through verse.
  • The Sundance-award-winning documentary Come See Me in the Good Light, directed by Ryan White, will stream on Apple TV+ this fall.