Cicely Tyson Obituary - Death Notice and Service Information

Cicely Tyson was an award-winning actress known for films including “Sounder,” “Roots,” and “The Help.”

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Ms. Cicely Tyson an amazing and beautiful black American actress who left a legacy of portraying unique and unusual on screen characters that are a testament of her brilliant acting skills.
And also a generous lady who donated her time, talent and finances to the theater and fine arts in the Black community.
Ms. Cicely Tyson who was loved, respected, and admired by millions of loyal fans, will be forever be missed. RIP.

Davetta Thibeaux

March 26, 2023 | Oakland, CA | Friend

God has created a precious gift Cicely Tyson a talented beautiful actress. She earns her Angels wings... RIP Eternal Peace

Jennifer Baribault

March 24, 2023

She was a great actress.... I love all of her movies. I wish I knew her personally

Patricia Lipscomb

November 04, 2022

I loved her ❤

Gina Benson

November 02, 2021 | Sardis, MS | Acquaintance

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Betty Lewis

August 23, 2021 | Florence, SC | Daughter

What an incredible woman. I wish I had known her, to hear her stories in her voice. My sincere condolences to her daughter and all others who loved her.

Susan Gray

August 13, 2021 | Houma, LA

You were a GREAT and I will never forget you and what you´ve done for us and way that you´ve paved for us. I pray that I can follow in your footsteps, if nothing more than an inch. My prayers and condolences to your family.

Latricia Jones

July 25, 2021 | Other

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.Thank You for all that you have one. Your life was not in vain. Sleep In Peace. In Jesus Name. Amen.

A Croskey

March 30, 2021 | New York, NY

Condolences and prayers to the family and friends on the passing of this innovated, graceful, talented, artist. I loved the progressive ways that she would wear her hair and dress for the award shows she participated in. She is truly missed.❤

Heshima

March 24, 2021 | Vallejo, CA | Friend