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Tribute to cicely tyson have been led by viola davis, zendaya and oprah winfrey, following the pioneering actress' death at the age of 96. Tyson was born and raised in harlem, the daughter of frederica tyson, a domestic, and william augustine tyson, who worked as a carpenter, painter. Cicely tyson was an inspiration for many as the ground breaking actress played a number of roles which paved the way for african american performers.

Legendary actress cicely tyson died thursday at the age of 96, according to multiple news sources.

Tyson was born and raised in harlem and was first discovered as a model for ebony magazine. From a humble beginning, tyson achieved fame. Cicely tyson, the pioneering black actor who gained an oscar nomination for her role in sounder with heavy heart, the family of miss cicely tyson announces her peaceful transition this afternoon. Cicely tyson, a film, television, and stage actress known for sounder and other roles, died thursday at the age of 96, her family said through her manager.