Cicely Tyson, iconic and influential actress, dies at 96
01-28-21 | 08:41 PM
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Cicely Tyson, iconic and influential actress, dies at 96
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(CNN)Cicely Tyson, an award-winning icon of the stage and screen who broke barriers for Black actresses with surpassing dignity, died Thursday, her manager Larry Thompson confirmed to CNN.
She was 96. A family statement did not reveal the cause of death.
"I have managed Miss Tyson's career for over 40 years, and each year was a privilege and blessing," Thompson said in a written statement.
She was 96. A family statement did not reveal the cause of death.
"I have managed Miss Tyson's career for over 40 years, and each year was a privilege and blessing," Thompson said in a written statement.
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