Actress Cicely Tyson, who specialized in portraying strong black women caught in struggles during a 60-year career that earned her Emmy and Tony awards, died on Thursday at age 96, Hollywood publication Variety reported.
Tyson's most lauded performances came in historical works such as the 1972 movie "Sounder" for playing a Louisiana sharecropper's wife.
Prince Harry sued for libel by his former charity Sentebale
A charity co-founded by Prince Harry in honour of his late mother Princess Diana, which he quit following a high-profile dispute, is suing the British royal for libel at the High Court in London, a court record showed on Friday.
Dolce & Gabbana co-founder Stefano Gabbana resigns as chair, keeps creative role
Dolce & Gabbana said on Friday its co-founder Stefano Gabbana stepped down from his roles at the Italian fashion house and its controlling holding company with effect from January 1, confirming previous reports that he resigned as chair.
'Ketamine Queen' sentenced to 15 years in death of actor Matthew Perry
A drug dealer dubbed the 'Ketamine Queen' was sentenced on Wednesday to 15 years in prison in connection with the fatal overdose of 'Friends' star Matthew Perry, including her role in supplying the dose of the powerful anesthetic that killed the actor.
BTS to kick off massive world tour in South Korea
K-pop supergroup BTS launches its global concert tour on Thursday in the South Korean city of Goyang, after the group's comeback single topped rankings worldwide.
'Outcome' film captures Keanu Reeves' character at centre of image crisis
In the dark comedy film "Outcome," Keanu Reeves plays a Hollywood movie star whose carefully crafted public image begins to unravel when he is blackmailed with a mysterious video that threatens his career.
