About
Spiritual leader who became recognized for reviving the Tibetan Women's Association.
Before Fame
She was born in Lhasa, Tibet.
Trivia
In 1959, during the invasion of Tibet by China, she was said to be instrumental in the Dalai Lama's successful escape by demonstrating -- with her 500 supporters -- in the streets.
Family Life
In 1972, she relocated with her husband and children to Toronto.
Associated With
She once followed the Dalai Lama to India after both were exiled from Tibet.
