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Yes. She had a partner, Tam, for over 25 years.
Betty Tromp
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∙ 11y agoDr. Ride, who died July 23, 2012, actually was a lesbian. Her life partner was Tam O'Shaugnessy, whom she had met when they were both outstanding young female tennis players. Dr. Ride and Tam collaborated on a number of books, especially books on science topics aimed at children. Dr. ride did not publicly come out during her life, but her official obituary did announce her 27 year relationship with Dr. O'Shaugnessy to the world.
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Sally Ride was a lesbian. She had a partner for 27 years
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Is Sally Ride married now?
Sally Ride died in 2012. She was a lesbian and had a long time partner. She died at 61and did not have children.
Is Sally Field a lesbian?
Sally Field has not officially said she is a lesbian. She is an advocate for women's rights.
What is the birth name of Sally Ride?
Sally Ride's birth name is Ride, Sally Kristen.
Was Karen ride older then sally ride?
Yes, Karen Ride is older than Sally Ride. Karen Ride is Sally Ride's sister.
When did Sally Ride retire?
when did sally ride retire
What is Sally Ride's nationality?
Sally Ride was American.
What actors and actresses appeared in National Tribute to Sally Ride - 2013?
The cast of National Tribute to Sally Ride - 2013 includes: Sally Ride as Sally Ride
How old was Sally Ride'?
sally ride is 58
When did Sally Ride and Steven Hawley get divorced?
1987, after 5 years of marriage: 1982-1987. The couple had no children together. Later it would be revealed that Sally Ride was a lesbian with the reveal of her lesbian & business partner Tam O'Shaughnessy. The two met as children at age 12, when they both played tennis. They were longtime friends and maintained contact despite the fact their paths went in different directions. They ultimately began maintained a lesbian relationship in 1985, 2 years prior to her official divorce from Steven Hawley. Upon Sally Ride's death on July 23rd, 2012. Ms. Ride and Ms. O'Shaughnessy had been in a relationship for 27 years. And Ms. O'Shaughnessy was present when Ms. Ride passed.
When did Sally Ride become an astronaut?
sally ride was 1983
What were the goals of Sally Ride?
Sally Ride had many goals
Did Sally Ride Have Kids?
Yes Sally Ride had kids
