He did not say where she died or whether a cause is known. People wishing to pay their final respects to legendary actor Cicely Tyson will get a chance during a public viewing at a famed Manhattan church. Dies at 95 of COVID-19. (Photo by Charley Gallay/Getty Images for TCM) (Charley Gallay, 2018 Getty Images) After Larry King and Cloris Leachman died earlier this week, it came as a shock to hear . (Matt Sayles/AP) NEW YORK Cicely Tyson, the . Cicely Tyson, an award-winning icon of the stage and screen who broke barriers for Black actresses with surpassing dignity, died Thursday, her longtime manager Larry Thompson confirmed to CNN. THE Help and Fried Green Tomatoes actress Cicely Tyson has died at the age of 96. Cicely Tyson was born in East Harlem on Dec. 19, 1924, the youngest of three children of William and Theodosia (also known as Frederica) Tyson, immigrants from the Caribbean island of Nevis. Published earlier this week, "Just As I Am" was No. Tyson began her storied career as a model in New . Cicely Tyson, the pioneering Black actor who gained an Oscar nomination for her role as the sharecropper's wife in "Sounder," a Tony Award in 2013 at age 88 and touched TV viewers' hearts . THE Help and Fried Green Tomatoes actress Cicely Tyson has died at the age of 96. "Rest in power, Cicely Tyson. Cicely Tyson, groundbreaking Tony award-winning actor, dead at 96. RECOMMENDED FOR YOU. (NEXSTAR) - Groundbreaking actress Cicely Tyson has died at 96, her manager confirmed to Nexstar. "At this time, please allow the family their privacy." Celebrated actress Cicely Tyson died Thursday. Multiple award-winning actress Cicely Tyson died in January 2021 Credit: Getty Images - Getty. An almost-divine figure for generations of fans, peers and disciples, Tyson, who died on Jan. 28 at the age of 96, married brilliant dramatic performances to an empowered sensibility. STURGIS Two South Dakotans have died after receiving their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The latest was Sister Helen Laier on Tuesday. And yes, she actually did get it. Tyson inspired generations of African American actors who grew up watching her perform on stage and on screen. RIP Cicely Tyson We lost another legendary actress yesterday with the death of Cicely Tyson . THE Help and Fried Green Tomatoes actress Cicely Tyson has died at the age of 96. The groundbreaking Emmy and Tony winner was married to jazz trumpet legend Miles Davis from 1981 to 1988. . Tyson will lie in repose at Abyssinian Baptist Church for eight . Pioneering Hollywood actress Cicely Tyson - who was known for portraying strong African-American characters - has died aged 96, her manager has said. No cause of the death was given. No cause of the death was given. A cause of death was not released. A public viewing is planned Monday in New York City for Cicely Tyson, the actress' Beverly Hills-based personal manager announced. Hundreds of admirers of Hollywood icon Cicely Tyson, who died Jan. 28 at the age of 96, got a chance to say goodbye to her this week at the church where she worshiped in New York. A cause of death was not released. CICELY TYSON has sadly died at the age of 96 with tributes flooding in for the African American actress, who has been hailed as a pioneer across film and television. Hundreds of admirers of Hollywood icon Cicely Tyson, who died Jan. 28 at the age of 96, got a chance to say goodbye to her this week at the church where she worshiped in New York. Thank . Ms. Tyson died on Thursday at 96. . ___. Tyson's family announced her death on Thursday in a statement via . Cicely Tyson, a groundbreaking Black actor nominated for an Oscar in 1973 for her role as the sharecropper's wife in "Sounder," died Thursday at the age of 96. Cicely Tyson, the pioneering Black actress who gained an Oscar nomination for her role as the sharecropper's wife in "Sounder," a Tony Award in 2013 at age 88 and touched TV viewers . "I have managed Miss Tyson's career for o FILE - Cicely Tyson arrives at the 61st Primetime Emmy Awards on Sept. 20, 2009, in Los Angeles. By Kelli Dugan, Cox Media Group National Content Desk. As NYC eyes high COVID alert upgrade, city to distribute 16.5 million . NEW YORK >> Cicely Tyson, the pioneering Black actor who gained an Oscar nomination for her role as the sharecropper's wife in "Sounder," won a Tony Award in 2013 at age 88 and . Cicely Tyson attends the TIME 100 Gala in 2012. Cicely Tyson, the pioneering Black actor who gained an Oscar nomination for her role as the sharecropper's wife in "Sounder," won a Tony Award in 2013 at age 88 and touched TV viewers . She was . The former . YOU MIGHT LIKE. 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Cicely Tyson attends the 25th Television Academy Hall of Fame on Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2020 at the Television Academy's Saban Media Center in North Hollywood, Calif. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision . Celebrities are paying tribute to Emmy award-winning actress Cicely Tyson, who died at the age of 96 on Thursday. NEW YORK - Cicely Tyson was active to the end, in the middle of promoting her memoir "Just As I Am" when she died at age 96.. Cicely Tyson, the award-winning actress who trailblazed a career across several decades and appeared in countless TV shows, films and Broadway plays, died Thursday at age 96, according to her manager. Tyson's death was announced by her family, via her manager Larry Thompson, who did not immediately provide additional details. NEW YORK (AP) Cicely Tyson, the pioneering Black actor who gained an Oscar nomination for her role as the sharecropper's wife in "Sounder," a Tony Award in 2013 at age 88 and touched TV . 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NEW YORK (AP) Cicely Tyson, the pioneering Black actor who gained an Oscar nomination for her role as the sharecropper's wife in "Sounder," won a Tony Award in 2013 at age 88 and touched . "With heavy heart . "With heavy heart, the family of Miss Cicely . Siemen said many . More from The Sun. Cicely Tyson, a legendary film, television and stage actress known for "Sounder" and other roles, died Thursday at the age of 96, her family said. The former . NEW YORK (AP) Cicely Tyson, the pioneering Black actor who gained an Oscar nomination for her role as the sharecropper's wife in "Sounder," a Tony Award in 2013 at age 88 and touched . NEW YORK (AP) Cicely Tyson, the pioneering Black actor who gained an Oscar nomination for her role as the sharecropper's wife in "Sounder," a Tony Award in 2013 at age 88 and touched TV viewers' hearts in "The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman," died Thursday at age 96. MORE FOR YOU. Cicely Tyson, the pioneering Black actor who gained an Oscar nomination for her role as the sharecropper's wife in "Sounder," won a Tony Award in 2013 at age 88 and touched TV viewers' hearts in "The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman," died Thursday at age 96. NEW YORK -- People wishing to pay their final respects to legendary actor Cicely Tyson will get a chance during a public viewing at a famed Manhattan church. We remember Cicely Tyson, . Cicely Tyson, the pioneering Black actress who gained an Oscar nomination for her role as the sharecropper's wife in "Sounder," a Tony Award in 2013 at age 88 and touched TV viewers . AP. The viewing for the actor, who died last week at . Cicely Tyson, the pioneering Black actress who gained an Oscar nomination for her role as the sharecropper's wife in "Sounder," a Tony Award in 2013 at age 88 and touched TV viewers' hearts in "The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman," died Thursday at age 96. Social media rumors debunked by South Dakota Department of Health. The Associated Press. Tyson's death was announced by her [] Legendary US talk show host dies, aged 87, four weeks after Covid infection. The pioneering Black actress gained an Oscar nomination for her role as the sharecropper's wife in "Sounder," a Tony Award in 2013 at age . CICELY Tyson has sadly died at the age of 96 - just two days after the iconic Hollywood star did an emotional interview with Gayle King. Tyler Perry and . NEW YORK -- Cicely Tyson, the pioneering Black actor who gained an Oscar nomination for her role as the sharecropper's wife in "Sounder," won a Tony Award in 2013 at . January 28, 2021 at 7:40 pm CST. Today, with confidence in science & at . The award-winning actress' passing was mourned a YouTube. Cicely Tyson gets a touching video montage from one of her longtime collaborators, Tyler Perry, one of many honoring the actress' profound legacy. The groundbreaking Emmy and Tony winner was married to jazz trumpet legend Miles Davis from 1981 to 1988. She was 96. Tyson worked less often than she could have because of her insistence that roles for Black women reflect a sense of power and grace. Cicely Tyson, the pioneering Black actor who earned an Oscar nomination for her role as the sharecropper's wife in "Sounder," won a Tony Award in 2013 at age 88 and touched TV viewers . Cicely Tyson, a groundbreaking Black . The famed actress died at the age of 96. 12. CICELY Tyson has sadly died at the age of 96 - just two days after the iconic Hollywood star did an emotional interview with Gayle King. 1 on . Cicely Tyson, seen here in 2019, has died at age 96. But how did Cicely Tyson die? Prev Next. New York Cicely Tyson, iconic Harlem-born actor, dead at 96. . Tyler Perry and . State officials say the deaths . She was 96. (NEXSTAR) - Groundbreaking actress Cicely Tyson has died at 96, her manager confirmed to Nexstar. For most of her career, Tyson said she was born Dec. 19, 1933, but public records indicate her birth date was Dec. 18, 1924. Aaron died at age 86 on Jan. 22, 17 days after he chose to receive the COVID-19 vaccination publicly in hope that other Black people would get the shot. Advertisement. Emmy- and Tony-winning actress Cicely Tyson, who distinguished herself in theater, film and television, died on Thursday afternoon. "I have managed Miss Tyson's career for over 40 years, and each year was a privilege and blessing," her manager, Larry Thompson, said in a statement Thursday. Pioneering Hollywood actress Cicely Tyson - who was known for portraying strong African-American characters - has died aged 96, her manager has said. Tyson's death was announced by her family, via her manager Larry Thompson, who did not immediately provide additional details. When she was growing up in East Harlem, her father was a house painter . Like so many film festivals in the Covid era, the Sundance Film Festival, which started Thursday, has gone virtual this year. Legendary award-winning actress Cicely Tyson, known for her onscreen portrayals of strong black women, has died at the age of 96. The groundbreaking film, television and stage actress known for "Sounder" and other roles, died . "With heavy heart, the family of Miss Cicely Tyson announces her peaceful transition this afternoon," her manager said in a statement. Twelve Adrian Dominican nuns have died in January, including nine because of COVID-19, Siemen said. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi joined Pence on December 18, and received the first round of the COVID-19 vaccine. Cicely Tyson speaks during the funeral service for Aretha Franklin at Greater Grace Temple, Friday, Aug. 31, 2018, in Detroit. Boundary-breaking actress Cicely Tyson died Thursday at the age of 96, her manager confirmed. Cicely Tyson, the pioneering Black actor who gained an Oscar nomination for her role as the sharecropper's wife in "Sounder," won a Tony Award in 2013 at age 88 and touched TV viewers' hearts . She was 96. Thank you for your life, your love, your light . The award-winning actress' passing was mourned a The viewing for the actor, who died . CICELY Tyson has sadly died at the age of 96 - just two days after the iconic Hollywood star did an emotional interview with Gayle King. NEW YORK >> Cicely Tyson, the pioneering Black actor who gained an Oscar nomination for her role as the sharecropper's wife in "Sounder," won a Tony Award in 2013 at age 88 and . Nancy Pelosi. Cicely Tyson, the iconic and incomparable screen and stage actress and Black American trailblazer, died on Thursday. The Fulton County (Ga.) Medical Examiner . Cicely Tyson, screen icon known for appearing on "How to Get Away with Murder," has died at the age of 96. . . Always coy about her age and secretive about her private life, Tyson died Thursday afternoon, her manager Larry Thompson said. Cicely Tyson, the pioneering Black actor who gained an Oscar nomination for her role as the sharecropper's wife in "Sounder," a Tony Award in 2013 at age 88 and touched TV viewers' hearts .