Cicely Tyson
Latest News on Cicely Tyson:
HOLIDAY REGARDS: A REVUE TO CELEBRATE Set for Winter Rhythms 2024 Series at Urban Stages (Nov 1, 2024)
Interview: Darnell Abraham of DISNEY'S THE LION KING at Ottawa's National Arts Centre (Oct 22, 2024)
Broadway Theatres Will Dim Their Lights in Memory of James Earl Jones (Sep 23, 2024)
HOLIDAY REGARDS: A REVUE TO CELEBRATE Set for Winter Rhythms 2024 Series at Urban Stages (Nov 1, 2024)
Interview: Darnell Abraham of DISNEY'S THE LION KING at Ottawa's National Arts Centre (Oct 22, 2024)
Broadway Theatres Will Dim Their Lights in Memory of James Earl Jones (Sep 23, 2024)
BIO
Cicely Tyson won a 2013 Tony Award for Best Actress in a Play for her performance in The Trip to Bountiful and was also nominated for an Emmy Award for the 2014 television movie version.
Best known for her ground-breaking double Emmy Award-winning performance as Jane in "The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman," Miss Tyson was also nominated for an Academy Award for Sounder. She then received her third Emmy Award for "The Oldest Living Confederate Widow Tells All" and was also nominated for her performances in "Roots," "King," "Sweet Justice," "The Marva Collins Story" and "A Lesson Before Dying".
Her many film credits include the upcoming Showing Roots, The Heart Is A Lonely Hunter, Fried Green Tomatoes, Because of Winn-Dixie, Hoodlum, Diary of a Mad Black Woman, Madea's Family Reunion, Why Did I Get Married Too?, The Help, Alex Cross. Broadway credits include The Corn Is Green, Trumpets of the Lord, A Hand Is On The Gate, Cool World and Jolly's Progress.
Off-Broadway, she appeared in the long-running production of Jean Genet's The Blacks. Miss Tyson has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. In 1995, a middle school in East Orange, NJ was named for her. Following Miss Tyson's involvement in 2009, she was able to open a new $143 million state-of-the-art kindergarten through High School renamed the Cicely L. Tyson Community School of Performing and Fine Arts.
In 2018, Tyson received an honorary Oscar from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. In 2016, Tyson was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation's highest civilian award. Tyson has been a champion of civil liberties for decades and has been a recipient of top honors from the NAACP and the Kennedy Center.
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STAGE CREDITS
Movies
Carib Gold
[ 1957 ] Dottie
[ 1957 ] Dottie
A Man Called Adam
[ 1966 ] Claudia Ferguson
[ 1966 ] Claudia Ferguson
The Comedians
[ 1967 ] Marie Therese
[ 1967 ] Marie Therese
The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter
[ 1968 ] Portia
[ 1968 ] Portia
Sounder
[ 1972 ] Rebecca
[ 1972 ] Rebecca
The River Niger
[ 1976 ] Mattie Williams
[ 1976 ] Mattie Williams
The Blue Bird
[ 1976 ] Tylette
[ 1976 ] Tylette
A Hero Ain't Nothin' But a Sandwich
[ 1977 ] Sweets
[ 1977 ] Sweets
The Concorde... Airport '79
[ 1979 ] Elaine
[ 1979 ] Elaine
Bustin' Loose
[ 1981 ] Vivian Perry
[ 1981 ] Vivian Perry
Fried Green Tomatoes
[ 1991 ] Sipsey
[ 1991 ] Sipsey
Hoodlum
[ 1997 ] Stephanie St. Clair
[ 1997 ] Stephanie St. Clair
Because of Winn-Dixie
[ 2005 ] Gloria
[ 2005 ] Gloria
Diary of a Mad Black Woman
[ 2005 ] Myrtle
[ 2005 ] Myrtle
Madea's Family Reunion
[ 2006 ] Aunt Myrtle
[ 2006 ] Aunt Myrtle
Fat Rose and Squeaky
[ 2006 ] Celine
[ 2006 ] Celine
Idlewild
[ 2006 ] Mother Hopkins
[ 2006 ] Mother Hopkins
Rwanda Rising
[ 2007 ] Jeanette Nyirabagarwa
[ 2007 ] Jeanette Nyirabagarwa
Why Did I Get Married Too?
[ 2010 ] Ola
[ 2010 ] Ola
The Help
[ 2011 ] Constantine Jefferson
[ 2011 ] Constantine Jefferson
Alex Cross
[ 2012 ] Nana Mama
[ 2012 ] Nana Mama
The Haunting in Connecticut 2: Ghosts of Georgia
[ 2013 ] Mama Kay
[ 2013 ] Mama Kay
Showing Roots
[ 2016 ] Hattie
[ 2016 ] Hattie
Last Flag Flying
[ 2017 ] Mrs. Hightower
[ 2017 ] Mrs. Hightower
A Fall from Grace
[ 2020 ] Alice
[ 2020 ] Alice
TV Shows
How to Get Away with Murder
Ophelia Harkness
Ophelia Harkness
I Spy
Vickie Harmon, Princess Amara
Vickie Harmon, Princess Amara
Sweet Justice
Carrie Grace Battle
Carrie Grace Battle
The F.B.I.
Lainey Harber, Julie Harmon
Lainey Harber, Julie Harmon
Awards and Nominations
Drama League Awards - 2016 - Distinguished Performance Award
Cicely Tyson, The Gin Game
Drama League Awards - 2016 - Distinguished Performance Award
Michael Urie, Shows for Days
Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Actress in a Play
Cicely Tyson, The Trip to Bountiful
Drama League Awards - 2013 - Distinguished Performance Award
Cicely Tyson, The Trip to Bountiful
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Actress in a Play
Cicely Tyson, The Trip to Bountiful
Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Cicely Tyson, The Trip to Bountiful
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1962 - Best Performanc
Cicely TysonMoon on a Rainbow Shawl
Videos
Video: Vanessa Williams Releases Music Video for New Single 'Legs (Keep Dancing)'
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 28, 2024
Vanessa Williams Will Play Miranda Priestly in THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA Musical
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2024
Video: Annette Bening Shares Message from Entertainment Community Fund Amidst Strikes
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 13, 2023
VIDEO: Broadway Comes Out to Celebrate the Newly Dedicated James Earl Jones Theatre
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 14, 2022
Flashback Video: Cicely Tyson and Blair Underwood in Center Theatre Group's THE TRIP TO BOUNTIFUL
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2021
Video Flashback: Cicely Tyson in a Clip From THE TRIP TO BOUNTIFUL at the Ahmanson in 2014
by Stephi Wild - Apr 25, 2020
VIDEO: Netflix Releases the Trailer for Tyler Perry's A FALL FROM GRACE
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 3, 2020
VIDEO: Learn the Clarence Avant Story in the Trailer for THE BLACK GODFATHER
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 23, 2019
TV: Cuba Takes Broadway! Meet CHICAGO's New Billy Flynn, Cuba Gooding Jr.
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 19, 2018
VIDEO: 30 Days of Tony! Day 8- Condola Rashad Hits the 2017 Tony Red Carpet!
by A.A. Cristi - May 19, 2018
STAGE TUBE: Gina Rodriguez Brings Rita Moreno to Tears with Kennedy Center Honors Tribute
by Stage Tube - Dec 29, 2015
News
HOLIDAY REGARDS: A REVUE TO CELEBRATE Set for Winter Rhythms 2024 Series at Urban Stages
Winter Rhythms will present Holiday Regards: A Revue to Celebrate! as part of its “2024 Winter Rhythms” series, the award-winning music festival at Urban Stages Theater, on Saturday, December 7 at 3:00pm and Sunday, December 8 at 7:00pm.
Winter Rhythms will present Holiday Regards: A Revue to Celebrate! as part of its “2024 Winter Rhythms” series, the award-winning music festival at Urban Stages Theater, on Saturday, December 7 at 3:00pm and Sunday, December 8 at 7:00pm.
Interview: Darnell Abraham of DISNEY'S THE LION KING at Ottawa's National Arts Centre
I had the privilege to speak with Darnell Abraham about his background and his role as Mufasa in the upcoming Broadway Across Canada presentation of Disney’s The Lion King, including some insight into the preparation that goes into such a physical role, favourite scenes, and the timelessness of the musical's themes.
I had the privilege to speak with Darnell Abraham about his background and his role as Mufasa in the upcoming Broadway Across Canada presentation of Disney’s The Lion King, including some insight into the preparation that goes into such a physical role, favourite scenes, and the timelessness of the musical's themes.
Broadway Theatres Will Dim Their Lights in Memory of James Earl Jones
Broadway theatres will dim their lights to honor the memory of James Earl Jones, four-time nominated and two-time Tony Award®-winning actor and recipient of the 2017 Special Tony Award® for Lifetime Achievement, whose career spanned almost seven decades on Broadway.
Broadway theatres will dim their lights to honor the memory of James Earl Jones, four-time nominated and two-time Tony Award®-winning actor and recipient of the 2017 Special Tony Award® for Lifetime Achievement, whose career spanned almost seven decades on Broadway.
Vanessa Williams Joins Cast of Season 2 of ELSBETH
Broadway favorite Vanessa Williams is set to appear as a guest star in Season 2 of the series, playing the jewelry-obsessed character of Roselyn.
Broadway favorite Vanessa Williams is set to appear as a guest star in Season 2 of the series, playing the jewelry-obsessed character of Roselyn.
Video: Vanessa Williams Releases Music Video for 'iLike Moonlight'
The Devil Wears Prada star Vanessa Williams has just dropped a new music video for her recent single iLike Moonlight. The single was included on her new album Survivor, released last month. Watch the video now!
The Devil Wears Prada star Vanessa Williams has just dropped a new music video for her recent single iLike Moonlight. The single was included on her new album Survivor, released last month. Watch the video now!
Jamie Lee Curtis Receives Honorary Degree at AFI Conservatory Commencement
The American Film Institute (AFI) conferred a Doctorate of Fine Arts degree honoris causa for contributions of distinction to the art of the moving image upon Jamie Lee Curtis during the AFI Conservatory’s Class of 2024 commencement ceremony at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood.
The American Film Institute (AFI) conferred a Doctorate of Fine Arts degree honoris causa for contributions of distinction to the art of the moving image upon Jamie Lee Curtis during the AFI Conservatory’s Class of 2024 commencement ceremony at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood.
TENNESSEE WILLIAMS FESTIVAL St. Louis Returns to Year-Round Programming with 9th Annual Festival In August
The Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis has announced the cast for their upcoming production of CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF, featuring a talented ensemble set to bring the classic play to life.
The Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis has announced the cast for their upcoming production of CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF, featuring a talented ensemble set to bring the classic play to life.
Mel Brooks and Quinta Brunson to Receive Special Peabody Awards
The Peabody Awards Board of Jurors has announced that Mel Brooks, legendary comedian and writer of The Producers, will be receiving a special honor at the 84th annual Peabody Awards. Additionally, Quinta Brunson, the award-winning writer, producer, actor, and comedian, has been honored with the Peabody Trailblazer Award. On June 9 in Los Angeles, they will both receive the awards at the annual ceremony which honors excellence in television, podcast/radio, and immersive and interactive media.
The Peabody Awards Board of Jurors has announced that Mel Brooks, legendary comedian and writer of The Producers, will be receiving a special honor at the 84th annual Peabody Awards. Additionally, Quinta Brunson, the award-winning writer, producer, actor, and comedian, has been honored with the Peabody Trailblazer Award. On June 9 in Los Angeles, they will both receive the awards at the annual ceremony which honors excellence in television, podcast/radio, and immersive and interactive media.
Video: Vanessa Williams Releases Music Video for New Single 'Legs (Keep Dancing)'
Watch Vanessa Williams' new video for her single 'Legs (Still Dancing)' here!
Watch Vanessa Williams' new video for her single 'Legs (Still Dancing)' here!
Video: Behind the Scenes of Vanessa Williams' New Music Video 'Legs (Keep Dancing)'
Stage and screen star Vanessa Williams will release new music this month! The first single, 'Legs (Keep Dancing)', is available to preorder and pre-save now. The official music video for the song will premiere on April 26th.
Stage and screen star Vanessa Williams will release new music this month! The first single, 'Legs (Keep Dancing)', is available to preorder and pre-save now. The official music video for the song will premiere on April 26th.
Tennessee Williams St. Louis Returns With 9th Annual Festival This August
Tennessee Williams St. Louis will return to year-round programming with its 9th Annual Festival, running August 8-18.
Tennessee Williams St. Louis will return to year-round programming with its 9th Annual Festival, running August 8-18.
Westport Country Playhouse to Present Michael Wilson-Helmed THE TRIP TO BOUNTIFUL Reading
Westport Country Playhouse will present a Script in Hand playreading of “The Trip to Bountiful'. Learn more about the reading!
Westport Country Playhouse will present a Script in Hand playreading of “The Trip to Bountiful'. Learn more about the reading!
Video: Vanessa Williams Channels Miranda Priestley at THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA Photoshoot
Vanessa Williams is channeling Miranda Priestley in an all new video! In the video, posted on the official social media platforms of the forthcoming The Devil Wears Prada musical, Williams is seen 'in character' during a photoshoot. Check out the fun video here!
Vanessa Williams is channeling Miranda Priestley in an all new video! In the video, posted on the official social media platforms of the forthcoming The Devil Wears Prada musical, Williams is seen 'in character' during a photoshoot. Check out the fun video here!
Vanessa Williams Will Play Miranda Priestly in THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA Musical
Vanessa Williams will take on the role of Miranda Priestly in The Devil Wears Prada musical, coming to London this year and we've got a new video teaser unveiling the casting.
Vanessa Williams will take on the role of Miranda Priestly in The Devil Wears Prada musical, coming to London this year and we've got a new video teaser unveiling the casting.
Ebony Repertory Theatre to Present Pulitzer Prize Finalist Zora Howard's STEW Beginning in March
Ebony Repertory Theatre will present 2021 Pulitzer Prize Finalist Zora Howard's STEW as its first production of 2024. See who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets.
Ebony Repertory Theatre will present 2021 Pulitzer Prize Finalist Zora Howard's STEW as its first production of 2024. See who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 17, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 17, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 17, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 18th, 2023
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 18, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend!
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 18, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend!
Wayne Brady, Colman Domingo & J. Harrison Ghee Among Native Son's 2023 List Celebrating Black Queer Men
With 2023 soon coming to a close, Native Son – the leading organization championing Black gay and queer men – today unveiled its annual year-end Native Son 101 List highlighting a powerful collective of Black gay and queer men who made incredible impact throughout the year. Find out who made the list!
With 2023 soon coming to a close, Native Son – the leading organization championing Black gay and queer men – today unveiled its annual year-end Native Son 101 List highlighting a powerful collective of Black gay and queer men who made incredible impact throughout the year. Find out who made the list!
Broadway Actress And America's First Black Soap Opera Star Ellen Holly Has Died
Ellen Holly, the first Black person to have a lead role in daytime television, has passed away at 92. She was a theater actress, starred on Broadway, and was a published author. Her autobiography detailed her career and her historic Black family.
Ellen Holly, the first Black person to have a lead role in daytime television, has passed away at 92. She was a theater actress, starred on Broadway, and was a published author. Her autobiography detailed her career and her historic Black family.
Gospel Legends Kathy Taylor, Hezekiah Walker + Brian Courtney Wilson Set To Perform At BergenPAC
Gospel legends Kathy Taylor, Hezekiah Walker, and Brian Courtney Wilson will perform on January 6. Don't miss this incredible concert!
Gospel legends Kathy Taylor, Hezekiah Walker, and Brian Courtney Wilson will perform on January 6. Don't miss this incredible concert!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Cicely Tyson been in?
Cicely Tyson has appeared on Broadway in 9 shows.
How many West End shows has Cicely Tyson been in?
Cicely Tyson has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Cicely Tyson been nominated for?
Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for The Gin Game, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Shows for Days, Outstanding Actress in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Trip to Bountiful, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for The Trip to Bountiful, Outstanding Actress in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Trip to Bountiful, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for The Trip to Bountiful and Best Performanc (Drama Desk Awards) for Moon on a Rainbow Shawl.
What awards has Cicely Tyson won?
Cicely Tyson has won several prestigious awards, including the Best Performance Award at the Drama Desk Awards for her role in Moon on a Rainbow Shawl. Additionally, she received the Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Play for The Last Black Woman in the Whole Entire Entire Entire Entire City of New York, the Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award, a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for The Guiding Light, and a Peabody Award for her documentary, Ciply Tyson: The Woman Who Spoke for Herself. Tyson was also nominated for multiple Primetime Emmy Awards and received the Kennedy Center Honors in 2015.
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