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Cicely Tyson (1924-2021) was an American actress who won various awards for her roles in film, television and theater. She was known for her portrayal of strong African-American women, such as Rebecca Morgan in Sounder and Ophelia Harkness in The Help.
Apr 2, 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 ...
Cicely Tyson (1924-2021) Cicely Tyson. Cicely Tyson was born in Harlem, New York City, where she was raised by her devoutly religious parents, who had come from the Caribbean island of Nevis. Her mother Theodosia was a domestic worker and her her father William was a carpenter and painter. Tyson was discovered by a fashion editor at Ebony ...
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- Harlem, New York City, New York, USA
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- Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA
Jan 29, 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.
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Jan 28, 2021 · Cicely Tyson was born in East Harlem on Dec. 19, 1924, the youngest of three children of William and Theodosia (also known as Frederica) Tyson, immigrants from the Caribbean island of Nevis.
Jan 29, 2021 · Pioneering Hollywood actress Cicely Tyson - who was known for portraying strong African-American characters - has died aged 96, her manager has said. No cause of the death was given.
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Jan 29, 2021 · Cicely Tyson, a legendary film, television and stage actress known for "Sounder" and other roles, died Thursday at the age of 96, her family said. "With heavy heart, the family of Miss Cicely ...
