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Angela Evelyn Bassett (born August 16, 1958) is an American actress. Known for her work in film and television since the 1980s, she has received various accolades, including a Primetime Emmy Award and two Golden Globe Awards, as well as nominations for two Academy Awards. In 2023, Time magazine named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world, and she received an Academy Honorary Award. Bassett had her breakthrough portraying singer Tina Turner in the biopic What's Love Got to Do with It (1993), which won her a Golden Globe Award and a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Actress. She had success starring in Boyz n the Hood (1991), Malcolm X (1992), Waiting to Exhale (1995), Vampire in Brooklyn (1995), How Stella Got Her Groove Back (1998), and Music of the Heart (1999). In the following decades, she took on supporting roles in the drama Notorious (2009) and the action films Green Lantern (2011), Olympus Has Fallen(2013), and London Has Fallen (2016). She also played Queen Ramonda in the Marvel Cinematic Universe films Black Panther (2018), Avengers: Endgame (2019), and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2022). For the latter, she won another Golden Globe and was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. On television, Bassett has starred as Katherine Jackson in the miniseries The Jacksons: An American Dream (1992). Her portrayal of Rosa Parks in the television film The Rosa Parks Story (2002) gained her a nomination for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress. Her performances in two seasons of the FX horror anthology series American Horror Story earned her nominations for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in 2014 and 2015. In 2018, Bassett began producing and starring as an LAPD patrol sergeant, Athena Grant, in the Fox drama series 9-1-1. Description above from the Wikipedia article about Angela Bassett, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Angela Bassett
Older Tina
for Older Tina in Simply the Best: The Tina Turner Story
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The film opens with a young Anna Mae Bullock dreaming of a life beyond the cotton fields of Tennessee, where she finds solace and inspiration in the vibrant rhythms of gospel music. Through a series of serendipitous events, she encounters Ike Turner, a charismatic musician who recognizes her incredible voice and potential. Under Ike's tutelage, Anna Mae transforms into Tina Turner, and together they skyrocket to fame with hits like "Proud Mary" and "River Deep, Mountain High." However, behind the glittering facade of stardom lies a dark reality of abuse and manipulation. Tina endures years of torment at the hands of Ike, culminating in her decision to break free and rebuild her life from scratch. With unparalleled resilience and determination, she embarks on a solo career, facing skepticism and prejudice in a male-dominated industry. As Tina's star continues to rise, she captivates audiences worldwide with her electrifying performances and distinctive voice, earning her the title of the "Queen of Rock 'n' Roll." Alongside her professional triumphs, the film explores Tina's personal journey of self-discovery and empowerment, as she finds love, strength, and ultimately, redemption. Through electrifying musical sequences and intimate character moments, "Simply the Best" celebrates Tina Turner's enduring legacy as a pioneer, survivor, and icon. It's a testament to the transformative power of music and the unbreakable human spirit.
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