Cicely Tyson
Actor
Born Dec 19, 1924 · New York City, New York, USA
Active 1951–2021 · 5′4″ (161 cm) · Awards: Spingarn Medal, Tony Award for Best Actress in a Play, Candace Award, Presidential Medal of Freedom, Kennedy Center Honors, Black Filmmakers Hall of Fame, Crystal Award, Academy Honorary Award
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
A Fall from Grace (2020) - AliceLast Flag Flying (2017) - Mrs. HightowerHow to Get Away with Murder (2014) - Ophelia HarknessMadam Secretary (2014) - Flo AveryHouse of Cards (2013) - Doris JonesThe Haunting in Connecticut 2: Ghosts of Georgia (2013) - Mama KayAlex Cross (2012) - Nana MamaThe Help (2011) - Constantine JeffersonWhy Did I Get Married Too? (2010) - OlaMadea's Family Reunion (2006) - MyrtleBecause of Winn-Dixie (2005) - Gloria DumpDiary of a Mad Black Woman (2005) - MyrtleThe Proud Family (2001) - Mrs. Maureen Parker (voice)Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) - Ondine BurdettHoodlum (1997) - Stephanie St. ClairThe Outer Limits (1995) - Justice Gretchen ParkhurstTouched by an Angel (1994) - Abigail Peabody-JacksonFried Green Tomatoes (1991) - SipseyRoots (1977) - BintaEmergency! (1972) - Mrs. JohnsonSounder (1972) - Rebecca MorganMission: Impossible (1966) - Alma RossOdds Against Tomorrow (1959) - Jazz Club Bartender (uncredited)Gunsmoke (1955) - Rachel Biggs