Celebrities react to Cicely Tyson's death: 'This is an extraordinary loss'

On the first day of rehearsal on The Trip to Bountiful, Miss Tyson arrived in leather pants with all black nails and one green one, and I knew right away this was my fairy grandmother. I immediately had this sense of reverence toward her, and I made sure she knew I was gratified to be in the same space as she was.

EBONY, she got her big break by starring in the Harry Belafonte film Odds Against Tomorrow. In her rich 65-year career, Tyson was recognised as a powerhouse actress with the ability to move audiences to tears through her emotional portrayals.

Mere hours after Cicely Tyson’s death, the multi-award winning actress’ just published memoir is the best-selling book in America.

Debbie Allen is praising the late Cicely Tyson. ET's Kevin Frazier speaks to Allen on Friday's episode of Entertainment Tonight, one day after the death of her longtime friend.

Cicely Tyson‘s final interview has aired.

In the wake of Cicely Tyson's death on Thursday, Shonda Rhimes, Zendaya, Rosario Dawson and more took to social media to pay tribute to the actresswho made television history while forging a sterling career out of portraying women of strength and substance. Tyson died Thursday at 96, according to her longtime manager, Larry Thompson.Tyson died two days after her memoir Just as I Am was published.

“A heart unlike any other.” Barack and Michelle Obama took a moment to pay tribute and honour the late Cicely Tyson. The iconic actress died on Thursday at the age of 96. The former president posted a photo of himself, his wife and Tyson, as well as another of him awarding the actress the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

Cicely Tyson has died, according to a statement from her manager, Larry Thompson. She was 96.

READ MORE: Denise Van Outen speaks out on messages from Mick Norcross"I have managed Miss Tyson's career for over 40 years, and each year was a privilege and blessing," he said. "Cicely thought of her new memoir as a Christmas tree decorated with all the ornaments of her personal and professional life.

Barack and Michelle Obama took a moment to pay tribute and honor the late Cicely Tyson. The iconic actress died on Thursday at the age of 96.

Emmys, a SAG Award, a Tony and an honorary Academy Award. Tyson died peacefully on Thursday, according to a statement from her management.

Beloved movie star Cicely Tyson has died, aged 96. Her longtime manager, Larry Thompson, confirmed the sad news on Thursday - two days after the release of her memoir, Just As I Am - with a statement.

Cicely Tyson rocked Hollywood with the heartbreaking announcement of her death on Jan. 28.

died on Thursday at the age of 96.«With heavy heart, the family of Miss Cicely Tyson announces her peaceful transition this afternoon,» Tyson's family said, via her manager, Larry Thompson. «At this time, please allow the family their privacy.  A formal statement and details will follow.»As news broke of her death, Shonda Rhimes, who worked with Tyson on tweeted, «I really need this not to be true.» She also retweeted Netflix's message, which reads: «A force in her industry who opened the door

We’re sad to report that beloved actress Cicely Tyson has passed away.

LOS ANGELES -- Reaction to the death of Tony and Emmy-winning actor Cicely Tyson at 96.———“This one hurts, today we honor and celebrate the life of one of the greatest to ever do it. Thank you Cicely Tyson.