Alternative press columnist, “Phillipe & Jorge” co-author Chip Young has died

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Well known among the readers of Rhode Island’s alternative newspapers, Chip Young, co-author of the column “Phillipe & Jorge’s Cool, Cool World” has died according to a social media post by Motif Magazine.

“We are stunned and saddened to report that Chip Young, environmental activist, rabble-rouser and long-time contributor to Motif and to Rhode Island journalism, has passed away suddenly,” Motif posted on its Facebook page Thursday.

Motif tweeted that a tribute is planned for Young and will be led by co-writer of P&J, Rudy Cheeks.

According to Motif, “Phillipe & Jorge’s Cool, Cool World” ran in various publications, including the Providence Phoenix and Motif, non-stop for the past 43 years.