Cicely tyson biography age 2015
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The Untold Truth Of Cicely Tyson
ByElizabeth Collins
Cicely Tyson came to fame in the '70s for the films Roots and The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman.
Cicely tyson biography age 2015
She is labeled an icon for having a career that spanned six decades and a reputation for being refined, elegant, fashionable, and bringing a depth to her characters never seen before. What is striking about her life is that she seemed to always be on a path bigger than her career.
She didn't set out to be an actor, but when she became one, she chose parts based on their merit and was never afraid to turn down a role she did not think portrayed women with dignity.
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Tyson has received numerous awards, honors, and accolades throughout her career: An Academy Award nomination for her work in the film Sounder, 17 Emmy nominations (with three wins), a Peabody Award, a Tony Award — the list goes on and on.
But what she truly leaves behind is a legacy of talent and inspiration.