Cicely Tyson
American actress (1924–2021)
Cecily Louise "Cicely" Tyson was an American actress. In a career spanning seven decades, she portrayed complex and strong-willed African American women. She received several awards including three Emmy Awards, a Peabody Award and a Tony Award, as well as nominations for a BAFTA Award and a Golden Globe Award. She was awarded the Kennedy Center Honors in 2015, the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2016, and the Honorary Academy Award in 2018.
Filmography in the catalog
Credited on 5 films (1972–1981) — matched by name in the Creator or Credits field. Also mentioned in 4 other records (descriptions, transcriptions, copyright notes).
| Year ▼ | Title | Creator | Length | Format | Color | Sound |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | Bustin' loose. | Oz Scott | 8460 | 16mm | sound | |
| 1977 | Roots | Films inc. | 720 mi | 16mm | Color | sound |
| 1974 | The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman ▶ | Gaines Ernest J. 1933- | 16mm | sound | ||
| 1974 | The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman | Learning Corporation of America | 1:10 | 16mm | Color | sound |
| 1972 | Sounder | FILMS INC | 105 mi | 16mm | Color | sound |