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His Other Children. 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. Bassett says she and the other participants did not see themselves as underprivileged. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. In my imagination we would have children and live in a real house. For the latter, she won a Golden Globe Award and has been nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. Date of Death: June 22, 2014 (age 78) Zodiac Sign: Leo. [124], Bassett has portrayed real life African-American women who are usually strong and intelligent. Betty was a social worker, while Daniel was the son of a preacher. In 1985, Bassett made her first television appearance, as a prostitute in the made-for-TV movie Doubletake. [60][61] She portrayed Dr. Catherine Banfield, an exacting Chief of the ER who was also working to recover from the death of a son and to bring another child into her family. So it becomes a bigger thing than me just becoming a movie star, and me just being on TV. [118], Bassett provided the voice of Dorothea Williams in the Pixar animated film Soul, which was released on Disney+ on December 25, 2020. [53] When asked about her motives in taking on the role, Bassett said, "For one, it was a character I had never played before, which is always important to me, to keep me sharp. She was also nominated for an Academy Award in the same category, which made her the first person in a Marvel Studios movie to be nominated for an Academy Award in any acting category. Her other notable film roles were in Boyz n the Hood (1991), Waiting to Exhale (1995), Vampire in Brooklyn (1995), How Stella Got Her Groove Back (1998), Music of the Heart (1999), Olympus Has Fallen (2013) and London Has Fallen (2016). Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. Dannette Bassett. It was pretty easy compared to some of the roles I've done that call for so much emotion or physicality." [74], She also appeared in the 2011 film Jumping the Broom, playing the matriarch of a wealthy family. The first film Bassett appeared in that year was Supernova, where she played a medical officer. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. It's celluloid; they last for ever. Bassett had previously worked with her on Betty and Coretta and was reported to attend the Riverside Church memorial for Dee on September 20, 2014. Try again later. "With it, I'm able to just honor the woman that my mother was and also to use this incredible platform that I have to get the word out," she said. Photos larger than 8Mb will be reduced. Angela Bassett wishes her mother could see her career success almost 10 years on from her death. In May 2017, Bassett appeared in an episode of Master of None, portraying major character Denise's mother Catherine. Her character was in a relationship with Robert De Niro's. 25 years later, she played his sister in American Horror Story (2011). Her mother, Betty Jane (Gilbert) Bassett, passed away on June 22, 2014. Failed to delete memorial. [8] After graduating from Jordan Park Elementary School, she began being bussed out of her neighborhood to attend Disston Middle School for seventh grade. She's the host of Know Diabetes by Heart, a joint fundraiser by the American Heart . To use this feature, use a newer browser. 1. Are you a close relative of Betty? To learn more about this movement's mission, and Angela Bassett herself, I . The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Office of Minority Health reported in 2018 that African Americans were 30% more likely to die from heart disease than non-Hispanic whites. HAS A DEATH OCCURRED? This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. She was impressed with the preparation of director Antoine Fuqua, who she said "was just preparation to the hilt" and expressed her interest in working with him again. Oops, something didn't work. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. [64] Bassett said she jumped at the chance to be part of the film after reading the script. Thanks for your help! Memorial has already been merged. Sorry! The award-winning actress, 62, lost her mother, Betty Jane, in June 2014 to heart failure. Known for her work in film and television since the late 1980s, she has received various accolades, including sixteen NAACP Image Awards, a Screen Actors Guild Award and two Golden Globe Awards, in addition to nominations for two Academy Awards and seven Primetime Emmy Awards. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. She played Stella, a 40-year-old American professional woman who falls in love with a 20-year-old Jamaican man. AncientFaces is a place where our memories live. The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. "[78] [15], Bassett earned industry attention and public recognition for her early performances in the films Boyz n the Hood (1991) and Malcolm X (1992). Help paint a picture of Betty so that she is always remembered. Try again later. What's Love Got To Do With It (1993) Subject: Tina Turner", "Using a Big Budget To Ask Big Questions", "Which Route Upward, On a Wing or a Prayer? cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. The prolific actress's mom, Betty Jane Bassett, had type 2 diabetes and tragically died of heart disease. Betty Jane was an aid lady. She was then telephoned by director Frank Oz, who told her Robert De Niro would "like to meet with you". [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. [132] Bassett supported Obama in his reelection campaign. [114][115][116][117] In July 2018, she portrayed CIA Director Erika Sloane in the action spy film Mission: Impossible Fallout. WE ARE AVAILABLE 24/7CALL Minneapolis(612) 200-2777or duluth(218) 208-0377, Copyright 2022 |Terms of use & privacy policy. Bassett and her sister D'nette grew up in St. Petersburg, Florida with their mother. "[15] In an interview with the Orlando Sentinel, Bassett described going to one of Turner's concerts and crying profusely, and stated that, upon realizing that she knew some of Turner's dance moves, she was "almost a river of tears. Thanks for your help! Bassett said the pregnancy "only made things harder", leading her parents to send her to her father's sister, Golden, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. Bio Angela Bassett, best known for being a Movie Actress, was born in Harlem, New York City, New York, USA on Saturday, August 16, 1958. ). Houston's daughter, Bobbi Kristina Brown, insulted Bassett on Twitter for not casting her as her mother in the film, to which Bassett admitted in an interview that she had never thought about casting Brown. Invalid memorial. Survived by children, Mary (Roger) Wahl, Margaret (Ron) Saxrud, Richard (Nila) and David (Amy); 11 loving grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; other relatives and friends. Benjamin B. Bassett Sr. and Brownie Younger Bassett of Winston-Salem, NC. becomes full The difference this year, however, was that Bassett chose a unique way to honor her mom's legacy. [100] In a negative review of the film, Mark Kermode lamented Bassett "appears from behind closed doors like a celebrity guest on Stars in Their Eyes."[101]. Oops, we were unable to send the email. With this being a part of her narrative, . Sorry! Are you adding a grave photo that will fulfill this request? We share yesterday, to build meaningful connections today, and preserve for tomorrow. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. Learn more about managing a memorial. 102 birth, 46 death, 35 marriage, 2 divorce, View He beat incumbent George H.W. 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". If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. [108] Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). [48][49], In the 2006 film Akeelah and the Bee, Bassett portrayed Tanya Anderson, the mother of the film's lead, Akeelah, played by Keke Palmer. She was excited to work with Eddie Murphy in Vampire in Brooklyn, as well as director Wes Craven. GREAT NEWS! Written by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II (the first of their string of successful collaborations), audiences loved it. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. . with Daniel Bassett. 0 cemeteries found in Acton, Marion County, Indiana, USA. The Upward Bound program is an academic and cultural enrichment program for underprivileged students. [104][105] Bassett appeared in American Horror Story: Roanoke. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. Clinton won 43.01% of the popular vote to Bush's 37.45%. An email has been sent to the person who requested the photo informing them that you have fulfilled their request, There is an open photo request for this memorial. [72] [59] Bassett joined the regular cast of ER for the show's final season (20082009). Singing in a film was a new experience for Bassett, who had never had to sing before and had always lip-synced.[94]. [80] Director Salim Akil said Bassett's presence quietly makes a big difference.[72]. Betty Jane Bassett Age. There, Bassett met her father's daughter from his first marriage, Jean, who at twelve years old, was several years older than Bassett. She is an active Ambassador of UNICEF for the United States and a member of the West Angeles Church of God in Christ. [57] She next appeared in Of Boys and Men, portraying Rieta Cole, the matriarch of a Chicago family who is killed in an accident in the beginning of the film and is seen through flashbacks for the remainder of the film. The health complications Bassett's mother experienced led the star to make changes in her own life. After graduation, Bassett worked as a receptionist for a beauty salon and as a photo researcher. J. Edgar Hoover, the Chief of the BOI, continued in his office and became the first Director of the FBI. [77] Bassett and Devine were noted as "superb, distinguished actresses" by Kirk Honeycutt of The Hollywood Reporter, but were seen as having been "asked to overdo every moment with permanent scowls and body language more suitable to Mortal Kombat. There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. In 2013, Bassett appeared on FX TV show American Horror Story: Coven[73] as Marie Laveau, a voodoo witch. Angela Bassett on Her 'Passionate' Marriage to Courtney B. Vance", "Simmons Leadership Conference Celebrates "Spirit of Resilience" with Keynote Speakers Angela Bassett, Tina Brown, Mia Farrow, and Sheryl WuDunn", "West Angeles Church of God in Christ Recognizes Member Angela Bassett for 'Black Panther' Role! [110] The writers of the series also favored Bassett for the role after seeing her performance in The Jacksons: An American Dream and related her character's evolution in that feature to Catherine. Actress Angela Bassett spoke Sunday at the Scientific Sessions conference about losing her mother to heart disease. Share memories and family stories, photos, or ask questions. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. Memorial ID. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/37643963/betty-jane-bassett. [42][43] That year she also appeared in the film Masked and Anonymous, playing a mistress. Family members linked to this person will appear here. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. "[106], In March 2017, Bassett appeared in "Ache", an episode of the television series Underground. The year she began attending was 1970, one year before the first year that busing was implemented to integrate public schools in St. Petersburg. Jane Moore gave an insight into her time as Sharon Osbourne's ghost writer, admitting that they 'argued' over the manuscript as she spoke on Loose Women.. Try again. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. "[8] As her interest in entertainment developed, Angela and her sister would often put on shows, reading poems or performing popular music for their family. Betty Jane Bassett lived Full name. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Betty Bassett (244340508)? "He's a visionary, an auteur, he's a kind of gentle soul and he encourages you in his own particular way, his own sweet way, gentle, insistent way to give your best, so I have absolute faith in him," she added. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. There was an error deleting this problem. cemeteries found in Acton, Marion County, Indiana, USA will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Co-creator Ryan Murphy praised Bassett in an interview with E! ST. PETERSBURG Betty Jane Bassett, mother of film and television actress Angela Bassett, died Sunday. Experiences, organizations, & how she spent her time. Betty Bassett Children. The burial will be at Acton Cemetery following the service.Betty was a homemaker. In the 2009 film Notorious, Bassett portrayed Voletta Wallace, the mother of The Notorious B.I.G. 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