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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.
5 days ago · Tyson, who passed away in January 2021, was an award-winning actress known for breaking barriers for African American women in film and television. Her influence is felt not just through her roles but also through her dedication to empowering future generations.
2 days ago · In 1974, Cicely Tyson became the first Black woman to win that category. Alfre Woodard , Halle Berry , S. Epatha Merkerson , and Regina King have also won that honor.
3 days ago · Ruby Dee. Ruby Dee (October 27, 1922 – June 11, 2014) was an American actress, poet, playwright, screenwriter, journalist, and civil rights activist. [ 1 ] Dee was married to Ossie Davis, with whom she frequently performed until his death in 2005. [ 2 ]
3 days ago · Then we turn towards the archive and you’re able to spotlight key dances, like ‘Cry’ and ‘Revelations,’ and it culminates with Ailey at the Kennedy Honors, introduced by Cicely Tyson.
2 days ago · I’ll say they’re like Rita Moreno or Barbra Streisand or Cicely Tyson or Diahann Carroll - that’s my Mount Rushmore of incredible women in the business and I’ve been really lucky to be in ...
1 day ago · Bryce Dallas Howard (born March 2, 1981) is an American actress and director. Howard is the eldest of filmmaker Ron Howard and writer Cheryl Howard's four children. She attended the New York University Tisch School of the Arts, left in 2002 to take roles on Broadway but graduated in 2020.
