Following the sad news that Hollywood icon Cicely Tyson has died, we take a look at five of the actor’s best TV and film roles to celebrate her legacy.

Earlier this week, it was announced that Hollywood legend Cicely Tyson has died aged 96. The pioneering actor was known and celebrated for always portraying strong Black female characters. She helped shape the course of history and was presented with the Presidential Medal of Freedom Barack Obama in 2016.