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  1. Sep 14, 2024 · Cicely Tyson, American model and actress noted for her vivid portrayals of strong African American women. Her notable credits included the TV movie The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman and the TV miniseries Roots.

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  2. 5 days ago · Cicely Tyson was an iconic actress whose career spanned over seven decades, marked by her dedication to portraying strong African American women and her commitment to social justice. Born on December 19, 1924, in Harlem, New York City, Tyson became a symbol of excellence in the arts while advocating for civil rights.

  3. Sep 22, 2024 · Cicely Tyson, the trailblazing actress/activist against racism and for social justice, passed away last Thursday (January 28), aged 96. Her career spanned over seven decades and included an Oscar-nominated performance in the 1973 film Sounder, an Emmy-winning performance in The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman's title role, as well as ...

  4. Sep 14, 2024 · Cicely Tyson won a 2013 Tony Award for Best Actress in a Play for her performance in The Trip to Bountiful and was also nominated for an Emmy Award for the 2014 television...

  5. Sep 5, 2024 · CICELY TYSON famous quotes. If each person in this world will simply take a small piece of this huge thing, this amazing quilt, and work it regardle...

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  7. 6 days ago · One of the most iconic figures in American entertainment, Cicely Tyson was a trailblazing actress known for her powerful performances on stage and screen. Born in Harlem, New York in 1924, Tyson began her career as a fashion model before transitioning to acting.

  8. Sep 11, 2024 · NEW YORK (January 28, 2021) -- National Urban League President and CEO Marc H Morial issued the following statement in response to the passing of acting legend Cicely Tyson: “Cicely Tyson’s nuanced portrayals of proud Black women were a powerful counterbalance to the negative stereotypes prevalent in television at the time.