Remembering the iconic Cicely Tyson, born in Harlem, NY on December 19, 1924, she carved a trailblazing legacy in the world of acting and championed equality in the entertainment industry. Just three days before her passing on Jan. 28, 2021, at the age of 96 she released “Just As I Am: A Memoir”
Her words continue to inspire, quotes by Cicely Tyson:
“I have learned not to allow rejection to move me.” ~Cicely Tyson
“When you don’t know your true value, you see the world through the lens of how you don’t measure up.” – Cicely Tyson, actress, model, and author.
I am not a quitter. I will fight until I drop. It is just a matter of having some faith in the fact that as long as you are able to draw breath in the universe, you have a chance.” – Interview with Oprah Winfrey, 2012
“The moment anyone tries to demean or degrade you in any way, you have to know how great you are. Nobody would bother to beat you down if you were not a threat.” – Ebony Magazine, 1972
“Challenges make you discover things about yourself that you never really knew.” – Interview with The New York Times, 2015
These quotes reflect Cicely Tyson’s resilience, self-worth, and wisdom gained through a remarkable life.
