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Cicely Tyson Public Viewing Set for Feb. 15

Cicely Tyson Public Viewing Set By Family For Mid-Month

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70 Years Of Excellence: A Look At Cicely Tyson's Career Accomplishments

29.01.2021 - 06:07

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passing of Cicely Tyson. As much an activist as she was an actress, over seven decades in Hollywood, Tyson broke down many barriers as a Black woman.

Thankfully, she is one of the few who was given her flowers right until the end.From disruptive roles to groundbreaking firsts, Tyson achieved a great deal in her 96 years — 70 of which she spent on stage and on screens, big and small.

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04.02.2021 / 05:29

Cicely Tyson Public Viewing Set for Feb. 15

Ellise Shafer administratorThe family of Cicely Tyson has set an official public viewing for the late Hollywood icon, who died on Jan. 28 at the age of 96.The viewing will take place on Feb.

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04.02.2021 / 04:17

Cicely Tyson Public Viewing Set By Family For Mid-Month

The family of Cicely Tyson has announced that the late actress will have an official public viewing on from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday, February 15, in New York City.

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03.02.2021 / 17:06

Cicely Tyson's Co-Star Condola Rashad Pays Tribute to "My Fairy Grandmother"

On the first day of rehearsal on The Trip to Bountiful, Miss Tyson arrived in leather pants with all black nails and one green one, and I knew right away this was my fairy grandmother. I immediately had this sense of reverence toward her, and I made sure she knew I was gratified to be in the same space as she was.

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03.02.2021 / 00:52

Cicely Tyson Tribute To Kick Off Black Theatre United February Takeover Of ‘Stars In The House’

Stars in the House, the popular YouTube series known for reuniting classic TV and Broadway casts, will be hosted every Tuesday in February by prominent members of the Black theatre community, kicking off tonight with a tribute to the late Cicely Tyson.

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02.02.2021 / 22:42

Mary J. Blige Remembers Cicely Tyson and Discusses How Kamala Harris Inspires Her

Jazz Tangcay Artisans EditorMary J. Blige is receiving potential Oscar attention for her original song “See What You’ve Done” from the documentary, “Belly of the Beast.” But she received even more buzz when vice president Kamala Harris used her 2007 song “Work That,” from her “Growing Pains” album, as her campaign anthem.After a few months, Blige finally got to see what everyone was talking about.

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31.01.2021 / 19:26

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31.01.2021 / 09:47

‘Saturday Night Live’ Pays Tribute To Cicely Tyson During Curtain Call

Saturday Night Live celebrated the late Cicely Tyson during the closing of its first show of 2021.

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31.01.2021 / 02:43

Lenny Kravitz Remembers Late Godmother Cicely Tyson in Heartfelt Message

Lenny Kravitz is honoring his godmother Cicely Tyson.

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30.01.2021 / 18:11

Oprah shares emotional tribute to the legendary Cicely Tyson

Oprah Winfrey and Ava DuVernay are sharing their emotional tributes after the tragic death of the legendary Cicely Tyson.Fans and friends of the multi-Emmy star took to social media to honor the life of Cicely, with Oprah posting one of her most iconic interviews.The TV star also captioned the post by describing Tyson’s career, adding that her beauty “may have gotten her noticed at a young age, but it‘s her talent that made her the living legend she is.“.@IAmCicelyTyson's iconic beauty may have gotten her noticed at a young age, but it’s her talent that made her the living legend she is. And she’s finally telling her story.

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30.01.2021 / 06:47

Blair Underwood on Cicely Tyson's 'Legacy of Excellence' and Lesson He Learned From Her (Exclusive)

Cicely Tyson.ET's Kevin Frazier chatted with the 2020 Tony nominee about working with the icon, who died on Thursday at the age of 96, and the lesson he learned from her.«Her whole sense of life was about taking a bite out of it, making a statement, being bold and being unapologetic,» Underwood, 56, continued. «And that's one of the things I learned from her.»«My biggest lesson from her was, love life, take care of yourself,» he added.

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30.01.2021 / 04:57

‘Oprah’s Master Class: Cicely Tyson’ To Re-Air This Weekend On OWN

OWN will honor the memory of actress Cicely Tyson this weekend with two re-airings of Oprah’s Master Class: Cicely Tyson, a 2014 conversation that sees her look back at her most valuable life lessons.

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30.01.2021 / 03:07

LeVar Burton and Ben Vereen Remember 'Roots' Co-Star Cicely Tyson (Exclusive)

LeVar Burton and Ben Vereen are looking back at the time they spent with their late co-star, Cicely Tyson. ET's Nischelle Turner spoke with the two actors individually about their experiences with the icon, who died on Thursday at the age of 96.One of Tyson's most memorable roles was portraying Binta, Kunta Kinte's mother, on the groundbreaking 1977 miniseries, .

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30.01.2021 / 02:55

OWN to Honor Cicely Tyson With Special Airing of ‘Oprah’s Master Class’ (TV News Roundup)

Natalie Oganesyan editorIn today’s TV news roundup, OWN announced it will honor the late Cicely Tyson with a special re-airing of “Oprah’s Master Class: Cicely Tyson,” and NBC announced the premiere date for “New Amsterdam” Season 3.Discovery Plus will stream “If I Can’t Have You: The Jodi Arias Story,” a two-hour special on the infamous trial involving Jodi Arias, who was convicted of killing ex-boyfriend Travis Alexander, beginning Feb. 12.

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30.01.2021 / 02:29

ET Remembers Cicely Tyson

Cicely Tyson, the legendary actress known for her many film, stage and TV roles including and for exemplifying what it means to be a strong Black lead, died at the age of 96 on Thursday. While she lived a long life, filled with a storied career unlike any other, her death was unexpected, especially given the fact that she was still working and had a visible presence in Hollywood thanks to the release of her memoir,, two days before her death. Prior to that, Tyson last appeared in the Tyler Perry film , and was a regular on the OWN series , both marking her final on-screen appearances.

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30.01.2021 / 02:23

Cicely Tyson’s New Memoir Hits No. #1 After Icon’s Death; ‘Just As I Am’ Out Of Stock On Amazon

Mere hours after Cicely Tyson’s death, the multi-award winning actress’ just published memoir is the best-selling book in America.

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30.01.2021 / 00:39

Debbie Allen on How Cicely Tyson Inspired Black Women to Find Their Cultural Identity (Exclusive)

Debbie Allen is praising the late Cicely Tyson. ET's Kevin Frazier speaks to Allen on Friday's episode of Entertainment Tonight, one day after the death of her longtime friend. During the chat, the 71-year-old actress and dancer reflects on the impact Tyson had on her and other Black women.For Allen, Tyson's first «big impact» on her happened in the 1960s, when the late actress came on television with her natural hair.«This was a time where we were… trying to find our cultural identity as women.

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30.01.2021 / 00:06

Gayle King Recalls Cicely Tyson Wanting to Direct, Having Another Project "Up Her Sleeve"

On Friday’s episode of CBS This Morning, Gayle King reflected on her final interview with the late Cicely Tyson, who died at 96 on Thursday. “I have to say this was not a doddering 96-year-old woman who came in there,” King said of Tyson, whom she interviewed last week at a church in Harlem.

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29.01.2021 / 23:46

Watch Cicely Tyson's Final Interview Filmed a Day Before Her Death

Cicely Tyson worked until her final days. The legendary actress died on Thursday at the age of 96.

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29.01.2021 / 23:22

Gayle King Gets Emotional Remembering Cicely Tyson and Their Conversation Just Last Week (Exclusive)

Gayle King is opening up about her recent final exchange with the late Cicely Tyson. ET's Kevin Frazier spoke with King on Friday, and she talked about interviewing the legendary actress just last week for.

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29.01.2021 / 23:05

Kelly Ripa Pays Tribute to Cicely Tyson Ahead of Posthumous Interview

Just days after the release of her memoir Just As I Am, Cicely Tyson died at 96, following a long life of achievement in Hollywood. In one of her last public appearances before she died, the late actress sat down for an interview on Live With Kelly and Ryan.

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29.01.2021 / 21:49

Lenny Kravitz Pens Emotional Tribute To His ‘Dear Godmother’ Cicely Tyson

Lenny Kravitz is remembering Cicely Tyson, his godmother.

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29.01.2021 / 21:19

Cicely Tyson's Final Interview, Filmed Hours Before Her Death, Airs on 'Live With Kelly & Ryan'

Cicely Tyson‘s final interview has aired.

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29.01.2021 / 20:39

Legendary actress Cicely Tyson passes away at 96 years old, two days after releasing memoir

Cicely Tyson has passed at the age of 96 years old. Tyson was an iconic actress that shattered stereotypes and paved the way for women of color in Hollywood.

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29.01.2021 / 20:25

‘Live With Kelly And Ryan’ Airs Cicely Tyson’s Final Interview, Taped Hours Before Her Death

As fans celebrate the life of Cicely Tyson, who passed away on Wednesday, “Live With Kelly and Ryan” aired the legendary actress’ final interview.

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29.01.2021 / 18:56

Cicely Tyson Gives The Best Advice For Changing Your Life In One Of Her Last Interviews Before Her Death At Age 96

Cicely Tyson spoke to SiriusXM’s Bevy Smith in one of her final interviews before she died at age 96 on Thursday.

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29.01.2021 / 18:55

Cicely Tyson, award-winning American actress noted for playing strong characters – obituary

Cicely Tyson, born December 19 1924, died January 28 2020Sign up to the Front Page newsletter for free: Your essential guide to the day's agenda from The Telegraph - direct to your inbox seven days a week.

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29.01.2021 / 18:47

Oprah and Obama pay tribute to trailblazing actress Cicely Tyson on her death

Barrier breaking actress Cicely Tyson has sadly passed away at the age of 96.

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29.01.2021 / 17:27

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29.01.2021 / 17:08

Cicely Tyson dies aged 96: Barack Obama, Viola Davis and Billy Porter lead tributes to pioneering acting legend

© Provided by PinkNews Cicely Tyson, the Oscar-winner who blazed a trail for Black actors over a 70-year career, has died aged 96. Tributes from co-stars, fans and former presidents have poured in for the actor, whose death was confirmed Thursday (28 January).

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29.01.2021 / 15:43

Shonda Rhimes, LeVar Burton, Viola Davis and More Stars Pay Tribute to "Cultural Icon" Cicely Tyson

In the wake of Cicely Tyson's death on Thursday, Shonda Rhimes, Zendaya, Rosario Dawson and more took to social media to pay tribute to the actresswho made television history while forging a sterling career out of portraying women of strength and substance. Tyson died Thursday at 96, according to her longtime manager, Larry Thompson.Tyson died two days after her memoir Just as I Am was published.

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29.01.2021 / 14:18

Barack And Michelle Obama Remember ‘Extraordinary’ Cicely Tyson Following Her Death

“A heart unlike any other.” Barack and Michelle Obama took a moment to pay tribute and honour the late Cicely Tyson. The iconic actress died on Thursday at the age of 96. The former president posted a photo of himself, his wife and Tyson, as well as another of him awarding the actress the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

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29.01.2021 / 14:11

Cicely Tyson, trailblazing screen icon, has died at 96

Variety reports. “Cicely thought of her new memoir as a Christmas tree decorated with all the ornaments of her personal and professional life.

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29.01.2021 / 13:16

Barack Obama leads tributes to Hollywood pioneer Cicely Tyson

Barack Obama has lead the tributes to Hollywood trailblazer Cicely Tyson saying she “left a mark on the world that few will ever match”. Tyson was known for playing strong African American women over a glittering career spanning seven decades, credited with shattering stereotypes and paving a path for the generations who came after her.

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29.01.2021 / 13:15

Cicely Tyson Remembered By Barack Obama And Oprah Winfrey Following Her Death, Aged 96

Tributes are being paid following the death of groundbreaking star Cicely Tyson. A representative for the pioneering actor confirmed that she had died on Thursday, at the age of 96.

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29.01.2021 / 13:09

Cicely Tyson, Actress Who Showed the Power of Women, Dies at 96

Cicely Tyson, the admired Oscar-nominated actress who made television history while forging a sterling career out of portraying women of strength and substance, died Thursday. She was 96.

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