Josephine Wright, Defender of Family Land Against Developers, Dies at 94
Tyler Perry Vows to Continue Building Home for Wright's Family Despite Her Passing
- Josephine Wright, a 94-year-old woman who gained national attention for her fight against developers trying to seize her family's land in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, has passed away.
- Wright's home, which has been in her family since the Civil War, was under threat from an investment firm planning to build a 147-unit neighborhood on the land.
- Her struggle drew support from celebrities such as Tyler Perry and Snoop Dogg, with Perry even pledging to build a new home for her on the same property.
- Despite Wright's passing, Perry has reaffirmed his commitment to continue building the home for Wright's family, which includes four children, 40 grandchildren, 54 great-grandchildren, and six great-great-grandchildren.
- The dispute with the developers is still ongoing, with a third party appointed to resolve the issue and discussions about a settlement continuing.