Where did Cicely Tyson grow up?

Cicely Tyson was born in Harlem, New York City, where she was raised by her devoutly religious parents, from the Caribbean island of Nevis. Her mother, Theodosia, was a domestic, and her father, William Tyson, was a carpenter and painter.

Where did Cicely Tyson go to college?

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What does the name Cicely mean?

Cicely Origin and Meaning The name Cicely is girl’s name of English origin meaning “blind”. This frilly Victorian name is a variant of Cecilia and Cecily, with which it might well be confused. Cicely was a surprise choice for comedienne Sandra Bernhard.

Where in Harlem did Cicely Tyson live?

Trailblazing Black actress Cicely Tyson grew up in the area. A portion of 101st Street, between Third and Lexington Avenues, in East Harlem will forever be known as Cicely Tyson Way, after the iconic actress who was the first Black woman to star in a recurring role in a dramatic television series.