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.

[Becky1951]

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 Tyson announces her peaceful transition this afternoon," her manager, Larry Thompson, said in a statement. "At this time, please allow the family their privacy."

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/obitua...or-known-sounder-other-roles-dies-96-n1256093

 

[PamfromTx]

Rest in Peace, acting legend Cicely Tyson. Thank you so much for your talent, fortitude and incomparable work.

 

[peramangkelder]

Absolutely loved her in 'Fried Green Tomatoes' as Sipsey....'the secret's in the sauce'

 

[Aunt Bea]

"I think when you begin to think of yourself as having achieved something, then there's nothing left for you to work towards. I want to believe that there is a mountain so high that I will spend my entire life striving to reach the top of it." - Cicely Tyson

 

[SeaBreeze]

Rest peacefully Cicely.

 

[OneEyedDiva]

Rest in Paradise Cicely. She was an incredibly talented actress who exhibited class, dignity and inspired masses of Black women and girls. But not just Black women. A friend of mine who happens to be White told me about a "fascinating" interview Ms. Tyson did with Gayle King. When I told her I had missed it but bet it's on You Tube, she sent me this link:

 

[terry123]

She was an elegant lady. I enjoyed her work! Its been nice seeing all the info online about her work and the different clips.

 

[Lewkat]

What a terrific actress she was. RIP.

 

[Pink Biz]

Cicely Tyson at age 2 with her parents and siblings.