Cicely Tyson
Actor
Born Dec 19, 1924 · New York City, New York, USA
Active 1951–2021 · 5′4″ (161 cm)
Cicely Louise Tyson (December 19, 1924 – January 28, 2021) was an American actress. In a career which spanned more than seven decades in film, television and theatre, she became known for her portrayal of strong African-American women.
Filmography
The Help (2011) — Constantine JeffersonLaw & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) — Ondine BurdettHouse of Cards (2013) — Doris JonesHow to Get Away with Murder (2014) — Ophelia HarknessFried Green Tomatoes (1991) — SipseyA Fall from Grace (2020) — AliceMission: Impossible (1966) — Alma RossThe Outer Limits (1995) — Justice Gretchen ParkhurstLast Flag Flying (2017) — Mrs. HightowerRoots (1977) — BintaMadam Secretary (2014) — Flo AveryThe Proud Family (2001) — Mrs. Maureen Parker (voice)Touched by an Angel (1994) — Abigail Peabody-JacksonThe Haunting in Connecticut 2: Ghosts of Georgia (2013) — Mama KayBecause of Winn-Dixie (2005) — Gloria DumpDiary of a Mad Black Woman (2005) — MyrtleHoodlum (1997) — Stephanie St. ClairMadea's Family Reunion (2006) — MyrtleAlex Cross (2012) — Nana MamaWhy Did I Get Married Too? (2010) — OlaEmergency! (1972) — Mrs. JohnsonGunsmoke (1955) — Rachel BiggsOdds Against Tomorrow (1959) — Jazz Club Bartender (uncredited)Sounder (1972) — Rebecca Morgan