Cicely Tyson Remembered by Tyler Perry, Viola Davis, LeVar Burton, and More Celebrities

In her extraordinary career, Cicely Tyson was one of the rare award-winning actors whose work on the screen was surpassed only by what she was able to accomplish off of it. She had a heart unlike any other—and for 96 years, she left a mark on the world that few will ever match. pic.twitter.com/JRsL3zlKtP

What struck me every time I spent time with Cicely Tyson was not necessarily her star power—though that was evident enough—it was her humanity. Just by walking into a room, she had this way of elevating everyone around her. pic.twitter.com/o6VAV63wqd

Your hugs I’ll remember. How your petite arms wrapped around me like mighty branches of a sunlit tree, strong and warm. Your love I’ll remember. You loved me for some reason and told me often. Thank you, Your Majesty. And bless you as you journey ahead. Until we meet again... pic.twitter.com/Z6f3dp7AA1

I was sitting at the table working when I got this overwhelming feeling to watch Miss Jane Pittman. 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... cont: https://t.co/Cnwrw6chXg pic.twitter.com/KwogNifCV8

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... https://t.co/7V7AFZtFLa pic.twitter.com/l2TLfM4weX

This one cuts deep. @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 pic.twitter.com/69Awj7qI8o

#CicelyTyson, you will always be the Life of our Party; celebrating the Beauty of Blackness and the Grace of Greatness. We will forever speak your name. 🙏🏼 pic.twitter.com/L0ehoS3gSx

One of the highlights of my career and the only time I did my TV One on One show on a Broadway stage thanks to Ms Tyson.....#RIPCicelyTyson 🙏🏾 pic.twitter.com/VfinIyhX2x

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. pic.twitter.com/vfvdmIMQxh

She was an extraordinary person. And this is an extraordinary loss. She had so much to teach. And I still have so much to learn. I am grateful for every moment. Her power and grace will be with us forever. #cicelytyson https://t.co/RNYkGiooPD pic.twitter.com/b4wMKK1FVj

So saddened to hear my friend #CicelyTyson has passed-one of the most profound, talented, & celebrated actors in the industry. She was a serious actor, beautiful & spiritual woman who had unlocked the key to longevity in the way she lived her life. Forever all my love & respect. pic.twitter.com/iMJTQLOaIr

An elder...now an ancestor.
What a vessel.#CicelyTyson pic.twitter.com/rq9ZgbxSd2

Stunned to hear that Cicely Tyson had joined the ancestors. Words like “trailblazer,” “genius,” and “legend” are shamefully insufficient when describing Ms. Tyson. May she rest in perfect peace.

Rest In Paradise Cicely Tyson ❤️ pic.twitter.com/xX3mwxSePl

#CicelyTyson This is your story. Your song. Blessed Assurance. It’s what you gave us. A foretaste of glory!❤️ I love this video of you. A spectacular night. A spectacular life. Thank you for blessing us and for lighting way. I miss you already. So so much https://t.co/F73A9k9dT9

The art of rewriting an entire narrative is rare - but #CicelyTyson did so. She infused film with the power of transfiguration, showing black women, marginalized women, underestimated women in their abundant glory. And the world will never be the same. God’s rest to you, madam.

.@IAmCicelyTyson's iconic beauty may have gotten her noticed at a young age, but it’s her talent that made her the living legend she is. And she’s finally telling her story. I read her memoir #JustAsIAm and now fully understand why she is such a treasure. What a life! pic.twitter.com/MZrCIbXFNP

The Spelman community celebrates the life and indelible impact of Cicely Tyson. Tyson is pictured with Coretta Scott King, alumna Clara Stanton Jones, and Spelman's sixth president Donald Stewart, Ph.D., after receiving an honorary degree from the College in 1984. pic.twitter.com/UEUqKWdLrc

Legendary Black women.

Civil rights activists, Coretta Scott King and Rosa Parks with Cicely Tyson. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/f0Qy8DtjS2

QUEEN somehow just doesn't capture MS. TYSON. Her legacy has left an indelible mark. She paved a way that created a space for girls like me to feel the light. Thank you GODDESS CICELY. Rest in power. pic.twitter.com/VCBCwPpc05

The Howard University family mourns the loss of legendary, award-winning actress Cicely Tyson! We were honored to celebrate her during the 148th Commencement Ceremony in May 2016. #RIPCicelyTyson https://t.co/WNjsDFpPM6 pic.twitter.com/75TupGXwWl

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated mourns the loss of one of our most treasured sisters, Honorary Member Cicely Tyson, who made her peaceful transition this morning at the age of 96.#DST1913 pic.twitter.com/sucZ64vyJK

We have lost a visionary, a leader, a lover, an author, an ICON, and one of the most talented actresses the world has ever seen. A life, a career, a fire to celebrated forevermore! #RIPCicelyTyson 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🖤🖤🖤 pic.twitter.com/Oh57mlbGoZ

A pioneer. Many doors are open because of this very soul. Thank you for everything, Cicely. ♥️ pic.twitter.com/Snl7czgaDx