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“#Cicely Tyson Remembered as Viola Davis, Tyler Perry, and More Pay Tribute<\/strong>”<\/p>\n

\nMovie, stage, and television legend Cicely Tyson passed away on Thursday at the age of 96, and the news<\/a> of her passing has many of her friends and colleagues in Hollywood paying tribute. From her Emmy-winning role in The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman<\/em> to her more recent role on the hit series<\/a> How to Get Away with Murder<\/em>, Tyson has been impressing her contemporaries for decades, and the response to her death makes it clear just how much she is loved.<\/p>\n

“This one cuts deep,” tweets LeVar Burton, who played Tyson’s son in the 1977 miniseries Roots<\/em>. “@IAmCicelyTyson was my first screen Mom.. Elegance, warmth, beauty, wisdom, style and abundant grace. She was as regal as they come. An artist of the highest order, I will love her forever… RIP.”
\nRELATED: Cicely Tyson Dies, Iconic Emmy-Winning Actress Was 96<\/span><\/p>\n

Filmmaker Tyler Perry, who directed Cicely Tyson<\/em><\/strong> in Madea’s Family Reunion<\/em>, posted to Facebook<\/a>: “I was sitting at the table working when I got this overwhelming feeling to watch Miss Jane Pittman<\/em>. I hadn’t seen the movie in years. I didn’t even understand the feeling to turn it on, but I did anyway. Not 12 minutes into the movie my phone rang. It was Oprah calling to tell me that Cicely had died. This one brought me to my knees! She was the grandmother I never had and the wisdom tree that I could always sit under to fill my cup.”<\/p>\n

Tyler Perry<\/em><\/strong> adds, “My heart breaks in one beat, while celebrating her life in the next. To think that she lived for 96 years and I got to be a part of the last 16 brings me great joy. She called me son. Well, today your son grieves your loss and will miss our long talks, your laughter from your belly, and your very presence. Always so regal, always so classy, always a lady, always a queen.”
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I was sitting at the table working when I got this overwhelming feeling to watch Miss Jane Pittman. I hadn\u2019t seen the movie in years. I didn\u2019t even understand the feeling to turn it on, but I did anyway. Not 12 minutes into the movie my phone rang… cont: https:\/\/t.co\/Cnwrw6chXg<\/a>pic.twitter.com\/KwogNifCV8<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Tyler Perry (@tylerperry) January 29, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/figure>\n

Tyson’s How to Get Away with Murder<\/em> co-star Viola Davis<\/em><\/strong> also tweeted, “I’m devastated. My heart is just broken. I loved you so much!! You were everything to me! You made me feel loved and seen and valued in a world where there is still a cloak of invisibility for us dark chocolate girls. You gave me permission to dream…”<\/p>\n

“I really need this not to be true,” added fellow How to Get Away with Murder<\/em> star Shonda Rhimes.<\/p>\n
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I really need this not to be true<\/p>\n

\u2014 shonda rhimes (@shondarhimes) January 29, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/figure>\n

Fellow Emmy-winner Zendaya posted an image of Tyson and tweeted, “This one hurts, today we honor and celebrate the life of one of the greatest to ever do it. Thank you Cicely Tyson. Rest in great power.”<\/p>\n

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This one hurts, today we honor and celebrate the life of one of the greatest to ever do it. Thank you Cicely Tyson. Rest in great power. pic.twitter.com\/vwchWT5512<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Zendaya (@Zendaya) January 29, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/figure>\n

Another post from Rosario Dawson reads, “Greatness incarnate. I’m so grateful I got to see her perform live… Thank you dear Cicely for shining so bright and full every day for us all. #LegendsNeverDie.”<\/p>\n

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Greatness incarnate. I\u2019m so grateful I got to see her perform live… Thank you dear Cicely for shining so bright and full every day for us all. #LegendsNeverDie<\/a>https:\/\/t.co\/ZdQoTGo7vL<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Rosario Dawson (@rosariodawson) January 29, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/figure>\n

And a tweet from Common says, “I’m so sad to hear the news that trailblazing artist and cultural icon Cicely Tyson has passed away today. While she may be gone, her work and life will continue to inspire millions for years to come. God Bless.”<\/p>\n

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I\u2019m so sad to hear the news that trailblazing artist and cultural icon Cicely Tyson has passed away today. While she may be gone, her work and life will continue to inspire millions for years to come. God Bless. pic.twitter.com\/vfvdmIMQxh<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 COMMON (@common) January 29, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/figure>\n

Along with her friends in Hollywood, fans all over the world are celebrating Tyson’s life and legacy with countless tribute posts. May she rest in peace as her memory lives on. You can check out some more tribute posts from Twitter below.<\/p>\n

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Cicely Tyson has passed. She led a pioneering career in film, a remarkable feat for an African American woman born 96 years ago. An Emmy and Tony award winning actress, her career on screen and on stage stretched an incredible seven decades. We will miss you dearly, Cicely. RIP.<\/p>\n

\u2014 George Takei (@GeorgeTakei) January 29, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/figure>\n

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wow cicely tyson icon pic.twitter.com\/SV8m2UyQ39<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 ziwe (@ziwe) January 29, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/figure>\n

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The epitome of grace, elegance, power, sophistication & class…
A true queen! Thank you for sharing your gifts with this world. Thank you for being an inspiration to us all, but especially little black girls all over this planet. I had the pleasure of \u2026 https:\/\/t.co\/InOazXnasi<\/a>pic.twitter.com\/5ErUvyH5Fe<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 OMAR EPPS (@omarepps) January 29, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/figure>\n

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Cicely Tyson, a monumental talent, groundbreaker and major inspiration to so many, RIP. Love and condolences to your family and myriad fans. #BePeace<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Carl Weathers (@TheCarlWeathers) January 29, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/figure>\n

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Dang we lost another Queen of the screen. Ms. Cicely Tyson (Dec. 19, 1924 \u2013 Jan. 28, 2021) was an American actress and fashion model. In a career spanning more than seven decades, she became known for her portrayal of strong African-American women. Job well done, Thx u. R.I.P.\ud83d\ude4f pic.twitter.com\/46Os1PJRyg<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Bootsy Collins (@Bootsy_Collins) January 29, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/figure>\n

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Wow, what a loss! Cicely Tyson just published her memoir this week!! Her life story and now the news of her passing. She was a trailblazer. A pioneer, a force, and an elegant woman of class. #ripcicelytyson<\/a>https:\/\/t.co\/XcltbBjzRj<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Maria Shriver (@mariashriver) January 29, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/figure>\n

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Cicely Tyson, one of the greats, has passed. May angels sing her to her rest.<\/p>\n

\u2014 Stephen King (@StephenKing) January 29, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/figure>\n

\nTopics: Obituaries, How to Get Away With Murder<\/p>\n<\/div>\n