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Cecily Louise "Cicely" Tyson (/ ˈ s ɪ s ə l iː /; December 19, 1924 – January 28, 2021) was an American actress known for her portrayal of strong African-American women. [9] [10] Tyson received various awards including three Emmy Awards , a Screen Actors Guild Award , a Tony Award , an Honorary Academy Award , and a Peabody Award .
2 Apr 2014 · Cicely Tyson was an award-winning film, television and stage actress, notable for her roles in 'The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman,' 'The Help' and Broadway's 'The Trip to Bountiful,' among...
28 Jan 2021 · Cicely Tyson, the stage, screen and television actress whose vivid portrayals of strong African-American women shattered racial stereotypes in the dramatic arts of the 1970s, propelling her to...
29 Jan 2021 · Cicely Tyson, an award-winning icon of the stage and screen who broke barriers for Black actresses with surpassing dignity, died Thursday, her longtime manager Larry Thompson confirmed to CNN....
IMDb profile of Cicely Tyson, a pioneering actress and model who starred in films like Sounder and The Help. Learn about her life, career, awards, trivia, and more.
29 Jan 2021 · The former fashion model and Oscar nominee was known for portraying strong African-American characters in film and TV. She won two Emmys, a Presidential Medal of Freedom and inspired many with her career and memoir.
29 Jan 2021 · Tyson, who died on January 28, at age 96, leaves a legacy to be studied by generations going forward: working in an industry that could barely be bothered to make a place for her, she...