“Around the business, I have sometimes been called difficult. The truth is that I insist upon respect. I don't take any tea for the fever, child. Even now, at age ninety-six, I teach folks not to mess with me.”
Book:Just as I Am
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Just as I Am
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Cicely Tyson
Cicely Tyson, an iconic American actress, was born in December 1933. Renowned for her profound acting skills and versatile character portrayals, she has received numerous accolades, including an Academy Award for Best Actress. more
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