’What My Life Became Is Not What I Expected’: Remembering the Pioneering Career of Actress Cicely Tyson Upon Her Passing at 96
Emmy-winning screen and stage icon Cicely Tyson, who distinguished herself by performing electrifying portrayals of Black women as a pioneering Black actress, has died. Tyson’s family made the announcement through her manager Larry Thompson. Tyson passed away in the afternoon hours of Thursday, Jan. 28. No details were immediately provided. She was 96 years old….
