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. 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. YouTube. More from The Sun. ___. FILE - Cicely Tyson arrives at night two of the Creative Arts Emmy . Celebrities are paying tribute to Emmy award-winning actress Cicely Tyson, who died at the age of 96 on Thursday. 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. As NYC eyes high COVID alert upgrade, city to distribute 16.5 million . (Matt Sayles/AP) NEW YORK Cicely Tyson, the . 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. . (NEXSTAR) - Groundbreaking actress Cicely Tyson has died at 96, her manager confirmed to Nexstar. 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. When she was growing up in East Harlem, her father was a house painter . Legendary award-winning actress Cicely Tyson, known for her onscreen portrayals of strong black women, has died at the age of 96. No cause of the death was given. 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 . Updated: Jan 28, 2021 / 07:22 PM CST. RIP Cicely Tyson We lost another legendary actress yesterday with the death of Cicely Tyson . She was 96. Legendary US talk show host dies, aged 87, four weeks after Covid infection. Multiple award-winning actress Cicely Tyson died in January 2021 Credit: Getty Images - Getty. She was . And yes, she actually did get it. Like so many film festivals in the Covid era, the Sundance Film Festival, which started Thursday, has gone virtual this year. Thank you for your life, your love, your light . 12. 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 . "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. Tyson's death was announced by her family, via her manager Larry Thompson, who did not immediately provide additional details. Franklin died Aug. 16, 2018 of pancreatic cancer at the age of 76 . 12. New York Cicely Tyson, iconic Harlem-born actor, dead at 96. . STURGIS Two South Dakotans have died after receiving their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. 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 . Cicely Tyson, seen here in 2019, has died at age 96. Prev Next. Always coy about her age and secretive about her private life, Tyson died Thursday afternoon, her manager Larry Thompson said. . By Kelli Dugan, Cox Media Group National Content Desk. Tyler Perry and . Nancy Pelosi. 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 . 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. 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 . "At this time, please allow the family their privacy." 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. Boundary-breaking actress Cicely Tyson died Thursday at the age of 96, her manager confirmed. 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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 inspired generations of African American actors who grew up watching her perform on stage and on screen. RECOMMENDED FOR YOU. THE Help and Fried Green Tomatoes actress Cicely Tyson has died at the age of 96. The viewing for the actor, who died . Prev Next. Celebrated actress Cicely Tyson died Thursday. Cicely Tyson attends the TIME 100 Gala in 2012. 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 . Cicely Tyson, groundbreaking Tony award-winning actor, dead at 96. He did not say where she died or whether a cause is known. 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. The groundbreaking Emmy and Tony winner was married to jazz trumpet legend Miles Davis from 1981 to 1988. Pioneering Hollywood actress Cicely Tyson - who was known for portraying strong African-American characters - has died aged 96, her manager has said. Emmy- and Tony-winning actress Cicely Tyson, who distinguished herself in theater, film and television, died on Thursday afternoon. The groundbreaking Emmy and Tony winner was married to jazz trumpet legend Miles Davis from 1981 to 1988. (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 . FILE - Cicely Tyson arrives at the 61st Primetime Emmy Awards on Sept. 20, 2009, in Los Angeles. Cicely Tyson, a groundbreaking Black . 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. She was 96. Cicely Tyson, the iconic and incomparable screen and stage actress and Black American trailblazer, died on Thursday. "With heavy heart, the family of Miss Cicely Tyson announces her peaceful transition this afternoon," her manager said in a statement. Cicely Tyson, the legendary Tony Award and Emmy-winning actress, has died. THE Help and Fried Green Tomatoes actress Cicely Tyson has died at the age of 96. A cause of death was not released. January 28, 2021 at 7:40 pm CST. She was 99. Tyson's death was announced by her family, via her manager Larry Thompson, who did not immediately provide additional details. 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. Betty White, Hollywood's "Golden Girl," died Friday, Dec. 31, 2021. No cause of the death was given. (NEXSTAR) - Groundbreaking actress Cicely Tyson has died at 96, her manager confirmed to Nexstar. Cicely Tyson gets a touching video montage from one of her longtime collaborators, Tyler Perry, one of many honoring the actress' profound legacy. The 87-year-old artist who kept her head high even while being accused of breaking up the Beatles still has more . 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 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. Twelve Adrian Dominican nuns have died in January, including nine because of COVID-19, Siemen said. 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.. THE Help and Fried Green Tomatoes actress Cicely Tyson has died at the age of 96. "Rest in power, Cicely Tyson. Multiple award-winning actress Cicely Tyson died in January 2021 Credit: Getty Images - Getty. Tyson's family announced her death on Thursday in a statement via . The groundbreaking Emmy and Tony winner was married to jazz trumpet legend Miles Davis from 1981 to 1988. Who was C 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. MORE FOR YOU. 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 speaks during the funeral service for Aretha Franklin at Greater Grace Temple, Friday, Aug. 31, 2018, in Detroit. "With heavy heart . The Fulton County (Ga.) Medical Examiner . 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 . Published earlier this week, "Just As I Am" was No. Siemen said many . The former . Cicely Tyson, screen icon known for appearing on "How to Get Away with Murder," has died at the age of 96. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi joined Pence on December 18, and received the first round of the COVID-19 vaccine. . 1 on . 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. 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 . Dies at 95 of COVID-19. Tyson began her storied career as a model in New . "With heavy heart, the family of Miss Cicely . Advertisement. 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. 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. A cause of death was not released. State officials say the deaths . But how did Cicely Tyson die? 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. Pioneering Hollywood actress Cicely Tyson - who was known for portraying strong African-American characters - has died aged 96, her manager has said. The award-winning actress' passing was mourned a 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. 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," has died. Tyson's death was announced by her [] The groundbreaking film, television and stage actress known for "Sounder" and other roles, died . The Associated Press. 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 . For most of her career, Tyson said she was born Dec. 19, 1933, but public records indicate her birth date was Dec. 18, 1924. 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 .