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NAACP President and CEO, Derrick Johnson, Releases Statement on The Passing of Cicely Tyson

Cicely Tyson

NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson issues statement on the death of actress Cicely Tyson: “She was an idol to so many of us, including myself, and brought our heroes to life on the silver screen.” https://abcn.ws/3iVNlw9

Today, the world lost a legend, an activist, and a groundbreaking actress, Cicely Tyson. She was an idol to so many of us, including myself, and brought our heroes to life on the silver screen. Not only was she awarded with 8 NAACP Image Awards, but she also received the NAACP’s Spingarn Medal for a lifetime of achievement in 2010. She will remain a beacon and a strong inspiration for generations to come. Rest in Power.

#RestInPower to legendary actress, film pioneer and activist, our beloved Cicely Tyson.

Source: NAACP