Comments on: A Beautiful Moment in the Life of Cicely Tyson

By: Gloria Latimore-Peace

Gloria Latimore-Peace — Tue, 09 Feb 2021 20:16:19 +0000

“It takes one to know one ” is the old adage that came to mind as I read the tribute to our Beloved Queen Mother, now Ancestor, Cicely Tyson. It is clear from her response, when she received the sculpture from Artist Debra Hand, that she recognized her as another one of the “Ones” in the group to which only a select few dedicated artists can claim membership First recognized by our Venerable Queen Mother, Ancestor, Dr. Margaret T.G Burroughs , who ” took her from crayons to Museums” such as The Du Sable Museum and The Smithsonian Institutions, Artist Debra Hand continues to pay homage to those who were -and are -not only masters of their craft but, who also, commit their talents , platforms , and institutions to advance the cause of human and civil rights . It does , indeed, “take one to know one” and the “Ones” known by Artist Debra Hand ,and by whom she is known , are legendary.
Rest in Love, Queen Mother, Ciceiy Tyson. We are grateful to God for your gifts . And we are thankful to you for sharing them with us. Kudos to Artist Debra Hand for keeping the spotlight shining in the right direction as she follows in the footsteps of our Ancestor Queens.

By: Junius Williams

Junius Williams — Sun, 07 Feb 2021 21:17:47 +0000

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By: Douglas Freeman

Douglas Freeman — Sat, 06 Feb 2021 19:01:29 +0000

In reply to Junius” target=”_blank” title=”https://earthexhibitions.org/media-archive/?p=8837#comment-315″>Junius”>https://earthexhibitions.org/media-archive/?p=8837#comment-315″>Junius Williams.

Junius my name is Douglas Freeman and I am Paul Freeman’s son. I heard about your father as a child and would love to connect- my email is virtcom1@gmail.con

By: SE Lamb

SE Lamb — Sat, 06 Feb 2021 01:17:50 +0000

Beautiful tribute!

By: Mary Ann Cain

Mary Ann Cain — Fri, 05 Feb 2021 23:19:27 +0000

Thank you so very, very much for sharing this moving remembrance of the spectacular Cicely Tyson. The intimacy of your story and the touching glow of ancestry you invoke especially moved me. I feel so grateful to know these lesser-known facts about her life.

I’ve always loved her acting. Even with minor roles, as in Tyler Perry’s Madea movies, she brought a majesty and dignity that transcended the story.

By: Junius Williams

Junius Williams — Fri, 05 Feb 2021 19:32:22 +0000

What a wonderful story…about two of my favorite people. I knew Paul Freeman because he is from Richmond Virginia, where I grew up. In fact, my father, Maurice Williams, was his music teacher at Armstrong High School, and nurtured Paul over the years. I remember music lessons at my house….Paul was a virtuoso clarinet player, one of my early roll models. My father considered the band Paul Freeman played in during the early 1950s to be one of his best.(maybe THE best….I have to admit, even though I came to his band a little later!)

One day when I was in Seattle, Washington, I took a ferry over to Vancouver. On board for my return to Seattle I looked back at the shore before the boat left and thought I recognized someone. It was Paul Freeman! I disembarked and ran over to him. We hugged in memory of Maurice Williams. History connects us so very often. That was the last time I saw him. Thank you for this connection with the Maestro and Cecily Tyson.

By: Patricia Andrews-Keenan

Patricia Andrews-Keenan — Fri, 05 Feb 2021 14:54:55 +0000

Beautifully done and beautifully commemorated Debra Hand.

By: Elizabeth Ann Rogers

Elizabeth Ann Rogers — Thu, 04 Feb 2021 22:16:04 +0000

IA. Wonderful and talented LADY I!
First Class!!!

By: kathy corbin-greer

kathy corbin-greer — Thu, 04 Feb 2021 16:09:13 +0000

Cicely was a honorary member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., It is my pleasure and honor to salute such a remarkable human being who gave so much to our race, culture and humanity. Live on my Soror through all the women’s lives that share a vision and dedication with fortitude! Your gifts to the world are uncompromised. Love you much.

By: Frances L Bowens-Thomas

Frances L Bowens-Thomas — Thu, 04 Feb 2021 14:29:56 +0000

I Love My Queen Mother, Cicely Tyson So Very Very Much!! I Will Forever Honor Cicely Tyson & Continue To Teach What She Taught Me About Living My Life With Greatness & Respectfulness. Love You Cicely Tyson & God Bless You Forever