25 years later, she played his sister in American Horror Story (2011). If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. [131], In early 2007, Bassett donated $2,300 to the presidential primary campaign of Barack Obama. Her performances in two seasons of the FX horror anthology series American Horror Story, earned her nominations for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in 2014 and 2015. She was then telephoned by director Frank Oz, who told her Robert De Niro would "like to meet with you". [98] On June 11, 2014, Ruby Dee died from natural causes. There, Bassett met her father's daughter from his first marriage, Jean, who at twelve years old, was several years older than Bassett. It was announced in May 2014 that Bassett would make her directorial debut with Whitney, a TV film based on the life of Whitney Houston, who Bassett had worked with previously. There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. Co-creator Ryan Murphy praised Bassett in an interview with E! Did Betty serve in the military or did a war or conflict interfere with her life? Angela Evelyn Bassett (born August 16, 1958) . Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. "[125], In December 2022, she was named as part of The Hollywood Reporter's Women in Entertainment Power 100. In June 2012, she made an appearance at the St. Petersburg office of his campaign and said the election was not one "where we can sit on the sidelines". Please try again later. To use this feature, use a newer browser. Try again later. She was the only member of Bassett's family to have gone to both college and graduate school. She admitted to not caring about the negative view of members of the Jackson family at the time, citing her childhood fondness for the Jackson 5 as an example of her passion for the project, and believed her "instinct" about the role had been correct once she learned of the positive reviews the miniseries received after airing. ", "I'm excited, as you can imagine, very excited," she said. She is an active Ambassador of UNICEF for the United States and a member of the West Angeles Church of God in Christ. [20] Bassett won the lead role after beating out Halle Berry and Robin Givens, but she had only one month to prepare before filming began. Please try again later. Daniel Bassett Bio Details. [24] Bassett won a Golden Globe for her portrayal of Turner, making her the first African-American to win the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress Motion Picture Musical or Comedy. "[30], In 1999, Bassett starred in Music of the Heart, once again collaborating with horror icon Wes Craven. In 1986, by the time she was 51 years old, on September 8th, the Oprah Winfrey Show went into national syndication. Oops, we were unable to send the email. Visitation one hour before Mass. Angela was born to Betty Jane Bassett and Daniel Benjamin Bassett. Facebook gives people the. Actress Angela Bassett spoke Sunday at the Scientific Sessions conference about losing her mother to heart disease. Full name. born 1958, age 60 with Daniel Bassett. Bassett felt it was important for her to get the assassination scene correct, and wondered how Betty "found the strength to keep going, to raise her family, to educate, to sustain them. Also in 1998, Bassett starred in How Stella Got Her Groove Back, once again collaborating with McMillan. when she died at the age of 78. Visitation will be from 6 to 7 p.m. Friday at Greater Mount Zion AME Church, 1045 16th Street S, with and funeral services 11 a.m. Saturday at the same location. There was an error deleting this problem. Bassett was also classmates with actor Charles S. We share yesterday, to build meaningful connections today, and preserve for tomorrow. Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress, Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress, Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress, Golden Globe Award for Best Actress Motion Picture Musical or Comedy, Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Miniseries or a Movie, Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Miniseries or a Movie, United States Ambassador to the United Kingdom, List of awards and nominations received by Angela Bassett, Angela Bassett Receives Third Degree From Yale University, "Celebrities, Community Activists Put Gun Violence in the Spotlight", "Her 'American Dream': Angela Bassett Says Playing the Mother of the Jackson's Was Emotional and Uplifting", "Review/Film: What's Love Got to Do With It; Tina Turner's Tale: Living Life With Ike and Then Without Him", "50 Best Biopics Ever: 47. Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. She was excited to work with Eddie Murphy in Vampire in Brooklyn, as well as director Wes Craven. Bassett watched the previous seasons of the series before meeting with Murphy and found the writing "wonderful" and the characters "so realized". and you'll be alerted when others do the same. In 1943, she was only 8 years old when on March 31st, the Broadway musical Oklahoma! If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. Played Cuba Gooding Jr. 's mother in Boyz n the Hood (1991). Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Oops, something didn't work. Share memories and family stories, photos, or ask questions. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Betty Bassett (37643963)? ", She went on, "Hopefully within it, we'll be inspired, we'll get some information -- not too heavy handed but with fun -- because it's about education, advocacy and making those structural changes that can make a real difference in our lives, the lives of our loved ones and in our in our community. ", Outside of her advocacy efforts, Bassett is also getting ready to film the highly anticipated "Black Panther" sequel, "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Saturday 03 Aug 1935. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. Where we share as we remember & make discoveries and connect with others to help answer questions. [75][76] Bassett had a good feeling about the film from "the start",[72] and believed her character had a "real presence" in the film and felt she was active in the plot. And I've seen it time and time again with these women that we brought into this directing world that they're just killing it, and they're working twice as hard because they know they have a lot to prove. [4] Ten months after Bassett was born, her mother became pregnant and had a second child, Bassett's sister D'nette. Please reset your password. We have set your language to Try again later. Please enter a valid Memorial ID. #ProudOfHer". Sister of Private; Private and Private. Daniel's parents were Daniel Bassett Sr and Brownie Bassett. You cannot merge a memorial into itself. "[27], In 1998, Fatboy Slim sampled Bassett's voice from 1995's Strange Days, specifically the line "this is your life, right here, right now! Daughter of Leroy Gilbert and Emma Jean Gilbert cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. The award-winning actress, 62, lost her mother, Betty Jane, in June 2014 to heart failure. [96] Bassett's performance earned her a nomination for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Miniseries or a Movie. [26] Stephen Holden of The New York Times opined that Bassett was "largely wasted as a Presidential assistant. born 1958, age 60 American Actress. She will host the free night of entertainment "celebrating Black culture and overcoming diabetes, heart disease and stroke" from the famous Apollo Theater in Harlem on May 25. Drag images here or select from your computer for Betty Jane Frith Bassett memorial. [103] 46 death records. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. [10], At Boca Ciega High School, Bassett was a cheerleader and a member of the Upward Bound college prep program, the debate team, student government, drama club and choir. Failed to delete memorial. Please enter your email and password to sign in. [73] In 2011, Bassett co-starred with Samuel L. Jackson in the play The Mountaintop a fictionalized depiction of the night before the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. (Jackson portrays MLK) while at the Lorraine Motel. Oops, something didn't work. [71] Bassett's and Loretta Devine's performances in the film were called "in some ways too fierce for the room, offering nuances of hostility and hurt that the movie cannot really handle" and contributing to the "unevenness of the performances" in the film. Mr. 3000 was a comedy in which Bassett costarred with Bernie Mac. "[86] Bassett began filming her scenes during the latter part of the previous year. Connect to 5,000+ Gilbert profiles on Geni, Apr 1 1950 - St. Petersburg, Pinellas, Florida, United States, Ralph R Gilbert, Lorraine D Gilbert, Garland W Gilbert, Aug 3 1935 - Saint Petersburg, Pinellas, Florida, United States, Leroy Gilbert, Emma Gilbert (born Stokes), Saint Petersburg, Pinellas County, Florida, United States, Harlem, New York, New York County, New York, United States. Senator and a Congressman, both from the state of Massachusetts, as well as a Naval lieutenant in World War II. He was the son of Rev. In The Rosa Parks Story, Bassett was cast as Rosa Parks. [31][32] Matthew Eng wrote of her "terrifically specific chemistry" with Meryl Streep. [95] Her agent approached Ryan Murphy about her having a role in the series and he told the agent that she was the person he had in mind for Marie Laveau. The difference this year, however, was that Bassett chose a unique way to honor her mom's legacy. "[58] Bassett also had a role in Nothing But the Truth in 2008. HAS A DEATH OCCURRED? For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. [55][56] Stephen Holden of The New York Times wrote that Bassett's "fiery self-possession brings a spark of passion to her stick-figure character". She described Betty Jane as a woman who was "strong willed" and "determined" throughout her life. An independent candidate, Ross Perot, won 18.91% - the most votes for an independent candidate since Teddy Roosevelt's run for President in 1912. The following year, in 2002, Bassett acted in Sunshine State and The Rosa Parks Story. Reception to follow Mass. Todd McCarthy of Variety wrote that in Boesman and Lena Bassett "abandons her recently cultivated glamorous image to dig to the core of Lena's fierce, probing, contentious, compassionate character. 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