Cicely Tyson Fast Facts
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US actress and honoree Cicely Tyson attended the 10th Annual Governors Awards gala hosted by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences at the the Dolby Theater at Hollywood & Highland Center in Hollywood, California on November 18, 2018. (Photo credit: VALERIE MACON/AFP/Getty Images)
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Death date: January 28, 2021
Birth place: New York, New York
Birth name: Cicely Tyson
Mother: Theodosia Tyson
Education: Attended New York University Other Facts Nominated for 14 Emmy Awards and has won three. Nominated for one Academy Award. Recipient of an honorary award. Nominated for one Tony Award and has won one.