Gibson's seven poetry books and seven spoken word albums touched on themes of love, social justice and queer identity.

Tributes poured in from friends, fans and fellow poets who said Gibson’s words had changed their lives — and, in some cases, saved them.

Gibson’s death was announced on social media by their wife, Megan Falley. Gibson and Falley are the main subjects of the documentary Come See Me in the Good Light, winner of the Festival Favorite Award this year at the Sundance Film Festival and scheduled to air this fall on Apple TV+.