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  1. Nov 4, 2020 · Nia Long is mourning a loss that hit close to home. A rep for the actress confirmed to ESSENCE that she lost her beloved father, Doughtry “Doc” Long.

  2. Nov 19, 2023 · Doc Long, born in Georgia and raised in Trenton, was a prolific poet, a civil rights leader, and a mentor to many students. He taught literature and creative writing at Trenton Central High School and founded the Phoenix Literary Magazine.

  3. Dec 21, 2023 · Doughtry Long is Nia Long's father, who was a beloved teacher and author. The actress got to learn more about her father after his death when she had a week-long visit to the hometown where he grew up.

  4. Feb 25, 2020 · The actress spoke about her father's death and how she learned to appreciate his contributions to the community and his passion for jazz music. She said she was disappointed and angry as a child, but now she can understand and forgive him for being a different kind of dad.

  5. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Nia_LongNia Long - Wikipedia

    Long was born in Brooklyn to Talita Long (née Gillman), a teacher and printmaker, and Doughtry Long, a high school teacher and poet. Her mother is of Trinidadian descent. She has an older half-sister, the actress and comedian known as Sommore. When Long was two years old, her parents divorced.

  6. Jan 30, 2020 · Doughtry ‘Doc’ Long, a renowned author, teacher and poet who taught at Trenton Central High School, passed away. His daughter Nia Long, a Hollywood actress, paid tribute to him and shared his legacy of words and community service.

  7. Feb 24, 2020 · Actress Nia Long talks about her relationship with her late father, Doughtry Long, who was a poet, author and teacher in Trenton, New Jersey. She shares how she forgave him for not being what she needed and how it changed her life.

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