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Cicely Tyson

(1924-2021)
American actress
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Cecily Louise "Cicely" Tyson (December 19, 1924 – January 28, 2021) was an American actress. In a career that spanned more than seven decades, she is known for her portrayals of complex and strong-willed African American women. She received several awards including three Emmy Awards, a Peabody Award and a Tony Award, as well as nominations for a BAFTA Award and a Golden Globe Award. She was awarded the Kennedy Center Honors in 2015, the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2016, and the Honorary Academy Award in 2018.

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Born Cecily Louise Tyson
19 December 1924
The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA
Died
28 January 2021 (aged 96)
Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA
Zodiac Sagittarius
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