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Cicely Tyson paved the way as the first Black woman to have a recurring role in a dramatic TV series, and now she will be forever remembered at Cicely Tyson...

The icon grew up on the block.

The tribute to the award-winning East Harlem native will be marked September 17 with a five-hour event.

East 101st Street between 3rd and Lexington Avenues will be renamed Cicely Tyson Way in honor of the late, award-winning thespian. The tribute to the late East Harlem native Cicely Tyson will be marked with a street celebration on the very stretch of 101st that she grew up on featuring an unveiling ceremony with a presentation by Diana Ayala, New York City Council deputy speaker.

Proposed Plan for Harlem Street to be Named After Icon Cicely Tyson The late Cicely Tyson On Jan. 28, 2021, the world lost a well-loved 96-year-old Black actress who paved the way for others who also wanted to appear on big and small screens. According to CNN, Cicely Tyson’s extensive filmography includes some of the most celebrated movies and television shows featuring Black women in major roles.  Sounder (1972), Roots (1977), The Women of Brewster Place (1989), and The Help (2011) sit high among her credits. After the icon’s death, The Cicely Tyson Street Naming and Landmarking Com...