Cicely Tyson

Actress Cicely Tyson will be seen on "How to Get Away with Murder" again.

Morgan Fairchild fondly recalls her guest role as Nora Bing on Friends, particularly a scene with Kathleen Turner. Despite Cicely Tyson's advice against playing Chandler's mother at 44, Fairchild embraced the role. She appreciated the well-written scripts and the opportunity to connect with a younger audience during the show's rise to cultural prominence.

"How to Get Away with Murder" co-stars, Liza Weil and Charlie Weber, are dating.

Tom Hanks, Robert Redford, Robert De Niro, Diana Ross, Ellen DeGeneres, Bruce Springsteen and among others, have been named as the recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom by US president Barack Obama.

Toni Vaz, a 101-year-old screen veteran, passed away on October 4. Known for her acting and pioneering stunt work, Vaz's career began as an extra in the 1959 film 'Tarzan, the Ape Man.' She later appeared in 'Anna Lucasta' and 'The Singing Nun,' and doubled for Cicely Tyson in 'Mission: Impossible.' Vaz's career spanned over 50 films and TV shows, showcasing her impressive skills, including daring stunts like dangling from helicopters. Recently, she was featured in MPTF's Reel Stories, Real Lives series.

Angela Bassett, an Oscar winner, received an honorary Oscar award at an untelevised event, along with Mel Brooks and film editor Carol Littleton. Bassett expressed her gratitude and highlighted the historical significance of being the second Black actress to receive this award. She emphasized the importance of recognizing the contributions of Black actresses and called for a future where diverse humanity, stories, and perspectives are the norm. The event also celebrated Mel Brooks, who is an exception among honorary award recipients as he has previously won an Oscar. The occasion serves as a campaign venue for contenders eyeing recognition in the current awards season.

DreamWorks and Reliance Entertainment’s social drama “The Help” set in Mississippi during the early 60s, released in the US on August 12 and topped the box office for 25 days in a row.

Actress Angela Bassett reflected on her viral reaction to losing the Best Supporting Actress award at the Oscars 2023, expressing that it was natural to feel disappointed. Bassett was nominated for her role in 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' but Jamie Lee Curtis won for 'Everything Everywhere All at Once'.

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