Cicely Tyson — 1924
A former fashion model turned actress, Cicely Tyson is highly noted for playing strong African-American women. It has been seven decades since she began her journey to stardom, and at her current age of 95, she can proudly look back at a wonderful career and a life well-lived.
Between 2015 and 2020, Tyson portrayed Ophelia Harkness, the mother of the main character, on How to Get Away with Murder. If you’re wondering if she’ll be retiring soon, that’s news you’ll never get to hear. According to Tyson’s recent interview with Time magazine, she will never retire. What a dedicated and passionate actress!
