Basic Writing Skills w/ Cicely Tyson (1988)

[@viralbuthow000]

She did industrial videos such as these partly to avoid having to accept the trash Hollywood was offering her. She was always about integrity.

[@fairisfair2986]

U can thank me for the thumbs up so you can resee this ...im sad she had died

[@nkululekonazo5755]

Well said 👏👏👏👑🖤❤️

[@kennydawson265]

Awesome!!

[@DigitalDezinesCEO]

True but one woman's trash is another ones treasure. She chose roles that she wanted.

[@spiritualistsourceoflight9000]

Already i Loved her spirit

[@rijoiice5257]

At 64, she was putting some 20, 30 and 40 year olds to shame!!! She was the epitome of class, style and grace. What a woman, a queen, and a treasure! 🤦🏾‍♀️🙏🏾✨❤️

[@daviedood2503]

She wasn't 64 here....really? She looks too young for that

[@dr.dacosta3504]

@@daviedood2503 yes she was 64 here..born in 1924.

[@daviedood2503]

@@dr.dacosta3504 she looks like mid 30s MAYBE 39? 42 max but not no mid 60s...

[@dr.dacosta3504]

@@daviedood2503 I agree

[@acosiak6191]

@@daviedood2503 She takes "don't crack" to a level that defies science 🔭🧪. She probably wasn't even experiencing menopause yet. I'm convinced Cicely Tyson drinks snake 🐍 blood and uses the venom as a skin moisturizer. I want the potion. 🧐🤷🏿‍♀️😂😂😂😂💅🏿

[@Jossette888]

My goodness! Cicely was 64 years young in 1988, she looks so much younger!!!!

[@direfranchement]

Hard to know how old she is. For most of her career her birth year was said to be 1933, but someone started publishing the year as 1924 a few years ago. She has never said which is correct. It's likely that she misrepresented her age when she started acting as many women of her era did.

[@fairisfair2986]

U can thank me for the thumbs up so you can resee this ...im sad she had died

[@AN-fg4cd]

@@direfranchement True. Even 1933 was the correct date she would be 55, which she looks no where near. Her energy appears younger than someone over 55 as well.

[@glocktaviousbrown5420]

I need to get me some beet juice I’m trying to look this good at 66 😂

[@glocktaviousbrown5420]

@@AN-fg4cd straight up cover girl

[@orangebedsheet]

Her voice was golden.

[@akwarren9832]

I’m an English professor, and I am 1,000% adding this to my curriculum! They’ll be learning about the 5 Cs…The last for Cicely!

[@Anywhooo]

What a beautiful tribute to her memory and life's work. Thank you.

[@xararogers3186]

Yes, she deserves all the flowers.

[@ScottyKirk1]

Very nice! Young people need to flourish their minds. People are slaves to political ideologies. We have to rise above all that and think like the humans on a tiny spinning ball trying to make things happen for the greater good. 🤘

[@blesroy1090]

she also has a close relative over here in ENGLAND and she is also a well known actress.

[@jumadamuharram]

Same. Introduced to my kids and family.

[@kseke25]

"4 C's: Clear, correct, concise, and complete. A: for appropriate in style." Great lesson!

[@jmelo9993]

Yaasss! I love it!

[@steevrawjers]

True amen

[@Eri-Wi-]

I don't know if this type of writing is still tough in schools today .

[@Missusri]

.....concise, and complete; well...that requires time, plenty of time.

[@davidfoley3510]

This is invaluable. In my opinion, people's intelligence has dropped 70%. Education is wonderful. Thank you Reelblack.

[@Afropocahantas]

This is wonderful. However, I personally don’t tie intelligence to grammar or lack thereof.

[@knowledgeprosperity8450]

@@Afropocahantas yeah intelligence and literacy are different

[@callalillies2675]

Great video critical thinking and nice dialogue amongst the group

[@velezpressurewashing5749]

Those of you who said grammar and literacy have no connection to intellect.... That is wrong on many levels.

[@velezpressurewashing5749]

Litteraly 3 mins into the video she explains how literacy and intelligence are connected 🤣🤣🤣 y'all didn't even watch the video 3 mins in 🤣🤣

[@lastdays3148]

Eloquent, Elegant, Beautiful, Phenomenal. RIP Miss. Cicely Tyson🌹

[@Paradyce.A-CEO]

My English teacher used to tell me to keep all of my rough drafts when writing because it held all of my original thoughts. We could not throw away our rough drafts , it was a rule in her class 💗

[@antiquebeast]

That's a great rule.

[@IanJames_4]

64 going on 34. The epitome of poise and style. Rest in peace Cicely Tyson.

[@djbside1965]

Rest in Power to Groundbreaking Actress, Fashion Model, and Humanitarian Madam Cicely Tyson (1924-2021). Your unforgettable performances throughout the years literally changed many of our lives. Thank you for your class, grace, and unequaled excellence. You will be sadly, sadly missed...and never ever forgotten.❤

[@ayanidun9535]

So she would have been 100 years old in 2024. 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@jhhehhshh]

"Just get it down" is honestly the best writing advice. Getting started tends to be the hardest part. Don't over think it at first, just write it down and work from there.

[@libRteedude]

Very true. Nine times out of ten, you'll get in the groove once you get started and all the doubts fall away.

[@BBC600]

The big thing too is nowadays with word processing technology we are able to manipulate the text however we want with the greatest of ease. That's a great luxury we have that they didn't necessarily have when this was taped.

[@boomerang905]

She was 60 something then but looks 30 something. Amazing and pretty.

[@marissawilson4644]

She was 64.... I can not believe it.

[@boomerang905]

@@marissawilson4644 Right. She looks nothing like it. She was truly amazing.

[@indigoearthangel888]

Whooooa!!!! Omg I swear I thought she was around her 30s/40s.... woooooooow!!!!!!

[@boomerang905]

@@indigoearthangel888 that's why she was so interesting. I could never tell her age because she really looks younger. She really does

[@marissawilson4644]

@@boomerang905 this is true. She was amazing!

[@plmitch]

wait....Cicely was 64 years old IN THIS?!?

[@Islalara]

Black people...the original fountain of youth baby! 👸🏽

[@adangbe]

Cicely Tyson doesn't age one bit !

[@HoneyHoneyBaby]

Ikr...She doesn't even look 44 years old here 🤩

[@kseke25]

Wow really!? Thought she was in her late 30s!

[@tanfel4]

No, she wasn't 64 years old in this video.

[@swtv1754]

I was 47 when I got laid off from a factory job of almost 26 years. I had no writing or computer skills, but went back to school as an older man. I know this video is dated, but I wish I could have seen this before I took my Business English classes. What she is saying is 100% correct, and she makes it so clear that even a 47 year old man who hadn't been to school since he was a teenager could understand! 💖💖💖

[@davidfoley3510]

Good man.

[@illillc2284]

Imagine that. Basically 100 years of excellence in one woman ♥️ Rest in Power Cicely 👑

[@benjamincunningham5070]

I'm 57 years OLD! I NEVER knew she made educational video

[@jeffsmith4437]

As a Doctoral Candidate, this video would have been extremely helpful when I started my doctoral program. Basic writing is critical in everything that we do. Thank you Queen Cicely Tyson for sharing your knowledge and leaving a legacy that will live forever.

[@Anointed012]

Simply amazing she looked a whole 20 years younger than what she was in this video. 63-64 and looked 43-44. Rip Queen.

[@lyzzlyzzy1023]

She looks 25 !!!!!!!?????????

[@wokefromhome7389]

With the right hairstyle I could see her playing a 21 year old even and not questioning or doubting her age for one second. I bet the other host in the video is half her age. The other woman looks like she would be her mom's friend.

[@rankingtrevor]

@@lyzzlyzzy1023 nah she doesn't look 25. That's BS. Mid 40s at minimum...young than 60+ sure

[@shotgun_shogun3058]

Cicely Tyson aged like fine wine. Black don't crack or fade. Crazy how she was so beautiful that ppl would've never thought she was older than she looked. I had the biggest crush on her after seeing the movie Busting Loose. Such a gorgeous black woman.

[@DaLane4real]

You know she been a Vegan for over 30years.

[@caramelkimmiekim8272]

Stop lying you ain't have no crush😂hush

[@KeeperOfThe10]

Yes! She was always beautiful. I see why you were crushing on her!

[@politc8778]

Hard to believe Ms.Tyson was 64 in this here video, black don't crack ✊

[@ZendayaM]

Wait whuaatttt 64???? 🤯🤯 omg shes beautifull

[@meboneme1]

DAMN LIE! Black "don't crack" when you TAKE CARE OF IT! I know full well you have SEEN some "black" that you WONDER, "WTF HAPPENED to him/her? DAMN"

[@pattiamoh1136]

Cicely Tyson are plant base diet

[@marissawilson4644]

64??

[@earlgray7003]

Well that explains the turtleneck sweater. Still that's incredible. Actually in the thumbnail I thought she was Robin Givens.

[@nmcn1210]

I cannot stop watching this English lesson. I LOVE IT!

[@wildboy700]

I will definitely use this video as a reference for my writing skills in the education field. Thanks Cicely. ❤🕊

[@adrianastoneage293]

9

[@lottietucker3082]

And lest we forget, not only was she a regal beauty, and one of the greatest actresses of all time, but at this time, she was in a physical, mental, emotional and verbally abusive marriage to Miles Davis, that she was about to end. You would never know it. Thats called strength.

[@rrb2895]

Really? I never knew that. I love this woman's poise and strength.

[@joejones9520]

yeah, he was a violent nutcase, I wonder why she even bothered with him?

[@lottietucker3082]

@@joejones9520 She thought that she could help him. When they met, he was in a bad place. She changed his life for the better, he made her happy for some time, I suppose as well, but he was an extremely tormented man, but still a genius nevertheless.

[@joejones9520]

@@lottietucker3082 the importance of music falls quickly to the wayside when it's compared to beating the hell out of a woman for no reason, over and over. He was an a-hole, that's all.

[@lottietucker3082]

@@joejones9520 I think any logical person understands that. But, you cannot take away Dr. Jeckly's accomplishments just because Mr. Hyde needs to show his ass, due to Trauma. He did not have the tools to express himself any other way. While not an excuse, its very real and very prevalent amongst men of all races. She herself described him as a genius years after their divorce and his death. Im just using her words. I have a natural unforgiving nature, but I still know that people have a good side. I hate what he did to her, but I cannot deny how his music makes me feel. That would be me lying to myself. He was a disturbed person with trauma and mental health issues. Are you expecting people like that to live up to your standards of acceptability and accountability? If you are, you are kidding yourself. Do you want to be judged forever for the wrong you've done? Or do you want to be seen as balanced and a person who did some things right, as well? If so then you need to extend that same foresight to someone else.

[@godschildyes]

This is the kind of teaching I'm used to, not what kids have to endure today! I homeschool my daughter so I'll definetly have her watch this a few times! Thank you so much for sharing this!

[@wandawilliams3110]

I watched this whole video. I also, got a grammar refresher. Thank you!

[@kseke25]

Haha

[@Spillers72]

I was an attorney for several years, this video is really good for writing and communication. Now im a non-fiction writer, every writer could be,efit watching this as well.

[@ashleyh8449]

She's just lovely. Can you imagine her as your teacher? R.I.P.

[@kevinmetili]

I have learned and understood more in the first 20 minutes than the entire first semester of my writing course at uni.

[@StaceysYouTube]

She was exquisitely well spoken. A woman of class and elegance.

[@jeremymoore145]

Just listening to a legend teach me how to write. That’s all. Rest in Power Cicely. She lived a long life ❤️

[@ceciwakhondowe9852]

I am so glad I came across this video. The 4 C's and A will help me tremendously when writing my papers.

[@musicalvibes08]

HS Teacher here! I always include a variation of clear, concise, correct and appropriate BUT it's not until I tell my students 'get it out' or 'just write' (what Cicely's supervisor taught her), that my students are at ease and understand revision and editing is part of the process.

[@nexxlevel4590]

I’m writing a book about a black super hero. Been working on it for 8 months. Almost done with the first draft. It’s the hardest thing I’ve ever done but it’ll also be the most rewarding

[@yvonnemoore1128]

Writing is not easy for most people but it's rewarding. Please read my book BLACK PIONEERS IN BLUE HAWAII.

[@deet3646]

Did you finish it yet

[@nexxlevel4590]

@@deet3646 first draft is almost done but it’s a process. I have to finish the draft, refine it, refine it again, get the characters drawn and then market. “Finished” is a little down the line but I’m ok with that because I know everything is a process. Trust me you’ll see it when I’m done

[@Anywhooo]

Good luck!

[@Frontlineinvestigation71]

great

[@jennifergray6433]

I've never seen this on tv and this a first for me. Rest in Heaven, Cicely Tyson. Thank you..

[@JSMRsJar]

Cicely embodied class so effortlessly ❤

[@peterherman4310]

A version of this video series presented as a workshop was the inspiration for my entire career in learning and development. Thank you Ms. Tyson!

[@DoNotTellMeLater]

Cicely and Reelblack are priceless gems. A great body of work from them both.♥️🕊️

[@reelblack]

😊

[@lapassurs5383]

Wonderful.

[@DavidRichardson95]

RIP Cicely Tyson. A true pioneer, groundbreaking and timeless icon. Thank you for inspiring countless others with your gift and your talent. Your legacy will live on forever. #RIPCicelyTyson

[@christienamosley2799]

Wait, I clicked on this simply because I wanted to see the beautiful Cicely Tyson in her early years, but then I realized that I am here for the lessons they are teaching and then I saved this video for future use and reference 🤣🤣🤣🤣! Thanks for sharing this!!

[@shukosworld5754]

Me too 😅🤣🤣

[@emaniroyster9471]

Same 😂

[@blesroy1090]

i done it a few years ago, because i wanted to keep record of people who also came from the same island as my father and mother.........

[@blesroy1090]

@@emaniroyster9471 me as well.........

[@musarico5260]

This is gold feed us more.

[@SVPREME101]

Amazing!! 1988 Cicely is gorgeous in this piece ...a Beautiful time capsule right here.

[@WO2411]

She’s a ancestor now 🖤🌌

[@Sierrat3]

My Son is currently being schooled virtually… this will certainly be one of his tasks to complete for me🙌🏾 #Respect #Queen

[@pianoninja5276]

She could literally make anything sound deep..Even with her just talking about writing, I feel like she’s still giving me lessons about love and life 🥲🙏🏽😇

[@jasperdilincoln2341]

Ms.Tyson looked Great back then, she was 64 in this video. My grandmother was 65 back in '88 when I was 6...lol my heart was broken when I learn the death of Ms.Tyson. My grandmother is still living will be 98 this year and me 39. I cherish every moment I'm with her. Ms.Jane Pittman was one of Ms.Tyson films we watched together. And back in the late 90s USA network used to show every Christmas season her as Scrooge, which my grandmother and I loved. Rip Ms.Tyson

[@mardigras33]

So sweet !!!

[@jasperdilincoln2341]

@@mardigras33 🙏

[@daveydcrowther2160]

I miss Cicely Tyson already may you rip that video came out after I was born in 87 so I was 1 years old in year of 88 she was 64 at the time rip again beautiful queen you will be missed so much.

[@escarlit]

the videos you post are delightfully niche. i'm so grateful for this channel.

[@nkululekonazo5755]

Beauty, style and grace of this woman was unpackable ....she was black girl magic 🖤❤️✊👑🇺🇲👑

[@toastEDmrshmello09]

Do you mean impeccable or truly unpackable? Maybe unparalleled? 🤷🏾‍♀️🧚🏿‍♀️

[@nkululekonazo5755]

@@toastEDmrshmello09 Thank you ☺️ my English professor

[@msve3730]

Look at how humble everyone is in this video. The women are covered respectable. The men are calm attentive. Sheesh

[@OEV16Regional]

Yes, that is old school stuff. The ways of the new day don't connect with respectability and integrity.

[@rachel12127]

So trueee

[@Anywhooo]

I think people were better looking back then, no caked on makeup, and better hairstyles. I have always looked up to Cicely. People who like her should read her autobiography "Just As I Am."

[@DS-hs7fd]

I miss the 80s. Such a wholesome time. 😊

[@LovingAtlanta]

👍😍 Cicely was so beautiful. I love this! It’s old school but very much needed today. 💝

[@alwaysflushinpublic]

She is with the angels and still putting me to shame. Although I have multiple post-grad degrees this woman was absolute genius!!!

[@guesswhoscomingtoyoutube]

no one except my mother would know about these programs. I am always impressed when I come to this page

[@marysh3840]

Wow That was amazing. Thank you all. I'm an English instructor and KZbin suggested this wonderful video and I learnt so much. What a masterpiece.

[@blafred]

Ms. Tyson is truly a gift from somewhere beyond words. She does everything so effortlessly. She probably has a nice singing voice also. BEAUTY, SMARTS, and TALENT!

[@jaym8300]

I have no clue how I ended up here but alas I’m here and this is so wholesome

[@gerardparker4220]

This lesson would be very useful for 60-70% of America. Appropriate in style is interesting.

[@heathertea2704]

TALENTED. BEAUTIFUL. CLASSY. BLACK FEMALE TREASURE. 💖💖💖

[@KindredSpirit9]

This Is Great! The students now need to watch it! ......Adults too! yep...

[@JackieCustis-tt6jd]

This was a good video, someone send it to me, I'm not clear on their intentions, but never the less i needed it, so to who ever i say thanks

[@Doggy12347]

Ms. Tyson was a true gem and gift to us. May she rest, knowing she was an example.

[@adangbe]

Where was this when I needed it at the beginning of the semester?

[@black7jesus]

Ha! Say that! I was horrible in writing class

[@cknowles7402]

That's awesome! You can always use it for future clarity.

[@athorpe630]

What an amazing lady. My favorite actress. Rest in peace.

[@JordannAlexander]

She was still filming all up into last year, legends can’t die 💯

[@benjamincunningham5070]

I love MS Tyson in this video. MS Tyson speaks and look classy

[@ceroe123]

Rest in Peace Ms. Tyson............. you will be forever missed! Thank you for your contribution to the WORLD!

[@scottsteel4230]

To all the women out there that call themselves Queens, you need to watch this. THIS is a REAL Queen. Cicely Tyson should be the absolute MODEL, for ALL girls and ALL women, regardless of race. This woman set the standard, not only for women, but HUMANITY. Cicely Tyson was a GIFT. Intelligent, thoughtful, elegant, graceful, classy, feminine, strong, and beautiful. Beautiful inside and out. Filled with such spirit and soul. We should be grateful that we had her with us as long as we did. Ultimately, she'll be with us forever, and we're better for it. ❤️

[@carolrhoden9204]

This video is helping me right now to learn academic skills I didn't learn in school`; thanks to the best English teacher that I have ever experienced, Cicely Tyson's wisdom guidance, and grace live's on.

[@swacfan100]

RIP Cicely Tyson. Thank you for always inspiring and setting the best example you could. Rest in Power and peace. 🙏🏾

[@ronaldjones4913]

It's so refreshing to see all the positive comments under this video. Almost every other video on KZbin has some crazy talk and insults to each other. She seems to bring out the best in people.

[@TooStonedtv]

I am 25 years old. This was long before my time but I am so interested in watching this.

[@mosthatedrina]

so elegant, beautiful, and well spoken!!!!

[@kaylao.3326]

This from 88? Looks like it’s from 78. Ms. Tyson lookin beautiful tho

[@cupcakes7015]

Kayla O. Yes she was!! But she's actually aged gracefully. 4/24/19

[@jasonboy35b9]

Yes! It does look like it's from 1978.... They must have made a mistake on the date

[@MrJuly1990ish]

@@jasonboy35b9 Yeah, this is from 1978.

[@keonta81]

@@jasonboy35b9 I think someone listed the wrong date

[@keonta81]

Yea they definitely didn't dress that way in 1988.Maybe 80 or 81

[@spencerarchibald6701]

Nice to see this since MissTyson and I both came from the island of Nevis.

[@MsKittenz1]

This woman was beyond beautiful....thank you Ms. Tyson for ALL your wisdom. R.I.P.

[@jcextranow]

She was truly our life teacher and for her we would always show up for class on time.

[@crystalgrose]

With all of the technology now, people aren’t paying attention to how they write. This is such a great refresher, which should be played in English classes.

[@einsteindarwin8756]

With all the technology now people are are not reading, and bookstores are few and far between. Thankfully, libraries still exist.

[@MHBarnhill]

@@einsteindarwin8756 right I was one of the last people still going to bookstores.

[@briannaw716]

This is very informative and extremely helpful. Writing has been one of my favorite subjects because I love expressing myself.

[@oneilanelson9231]

Other than the obvious fascination for Tyson's age, I must say I am intrigued by this video. I must find out if there are others because I have learnt quit a lot. The teaching style is simple and easily understood.

[@Mr.SLovesTheSacredHeartofJesus]

Wonderful. Miss Tyson was truly a class act. And always a professional. And she was always proud of her years as an executive secretary. Watching this shows how much we have lost since 1988. The 24-hour news cycle and cellphones have NOT helped.

[@2002RNavy]

Full of style and grace.

[@TheMusicalEmpress]

My teenager is working and going to school. This wonderful video needs to be revisted in 2022! In my opinion, the vast MAJORITY of adults and all children and teens need to watch this. 🗣💎💎💎💎✍🏾✍🏾✍🏾✍🏾

[@125loveanjel08]

Keep revealing these videos to the next generation we are all so greatful

[@Arid_OasisLLC]

I’m definitely going to use this video with my GRANDchildren.

[@nicolegreene2208]

THIS.QUEEN.RIGHT.HERE!!!!!!! She looks as young being in her 20s here! God bless her and I am proud to have seen her work in her later years.

[@Simon_Electric]

Ms. Tyson approached every challenge with such grace. She is a legend.

[@shaniqequaparris278]

Cicley Tyson looks really beautiful here!

[@vanaphill2454]

I read her autibiography. She could type more than 100 words a minute! Phenomenal!

[@dsloyalty7775]

Rest in Power✊🏿 Respect due . Always took only positive Roles.

[@victorianicolehughes4291]

I love seeing this video of Miss Cicely Tyson. She looks Beautiful, intelligent, classy, what a Queen!❤

[@lavonnecollier8649]

All of her works are valuable and beautiful.

[@freesparks1931]

So beautiful, and that voice....

[@terrantystancil581]

She's one the examples of why we Darker skin toned people take pride that we are Beautiful and Worthy of Respect!!! . Along with the Great Sidney Pointer, they made people Respect The Beauty of Dark Black Beautiful Intelligence, with Professionalism that we possess.

[@ladyindaroom]

What a beautiful woman. I loved her speaking voice also. RIP To this Queen.

[@akasha8239]

So articulate and elegant.🙏🏿❤❤❤❤🙏🏽

[@SoundScientist1]

Might have been released in 1988, but 75%+ of adult Americans in 2022 need intensive tutoring in this skill. 😳

[@limitlessvision]

1988...no smartphones. 2022...smartphones...and now....Metaverse.

[@SoundScientist1]

@@limitlessvision. The ironies. 🤷🏾‍♂️ Avg. people now have easier access to volumes of information Via their computers & smartphones AND easier access to the VASTEST LIBRARY EVER known to Mankind (ie. The Internet). YET, they're dumber than ever! 😳

[@josephinebournes8212]

I'm sad to say that I'm a part of the 25% that can actually write. Good writing is an analytical process.

[@SoundScientist1]

@@josephinebournes8212. Big Picture ---> This pervasive erosion of basic communication skills in the U.S. is part of the systematic "Dumbing Down of America." They're even allowing people to get jobs (interacting with the public) when they're clearly incapable of completing THE JOB APPLICATION at a H.S. level. Ref. "The Deliberate Dumbing Down of America" By Charlotte Iserbyt

[@batgirlp5561]

2023

[@alisonfields9628]

This is a great video. It sums up your whole English class in an 1hr and 38 mins!

[@percyastronautstatus.8780]

Looking back at these old videos it has an certain type of " innocence " to it compared to today

[@merugiadambruck6082]

Ulaly son?

[@percyastronautstatus.8780]

@@merugiadambruck6082 ??????????

[@ladyindaroom]

She never ever tried to change her voice up, she always sounded like the beautiful intelligent black woman that she is🙏🏿💜💜💜.#RIP Cicely Tyson

[@UhhhAreyouok]

She was such a graceful, breathtaking beauty! ❤