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LA, you guys had an amazing pillar of the community! 🙏 RIP. I'm praying that someone will keep the amazing work that she has done alive.

Shirley Raines, known for bringing meals and respect to people on Skid Row, dies at 58
Shirley Raines, a social media creator known for feeding and caring for homeless people, has died at 58, according to her organization Beauty 2 The Streetz.

“Through her tireless advocacy, deep compassion, and unwavering commitment, she used her powerful media platform to amplify the voices of those in need and to bring dignity, resources, and hope to some of the most underserved populations,” the organization said.

Raines' cause of death was not released, but the organization said it would share additional information when it is available.

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