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She grew up with her sister D'nette and has a step-sister from her father's side. 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. But I have always maintained that [the roles] I cannot do because of the way I'm made up, or because of the way I think, I don't begrudge that there is someone else who has no issues with that. Refresh this page to see various historical events that occurred during Betty's lifetime. Link to family and friends whose lives she impacted. Saturday 03 Aug 1935. On television, Bassett has starred as Katherine Jackson in the miniseries The Jacksons: An American Dream (1992). Mom lived life to the fullest, and will be missed by all. Died. Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? Betty Jane Plummer, 102, died on Wednesday May 11th at the home of her son Steve Bassett and daughter-in-law Leslie in Nashville, Indiana.Services for Betty will be held on Wednesday May 18th at the Southminster Presbyterian Church in Wanamaker, Indiana, where she had been a member since 1940.Visitation for friends and family will be from 12:00 to 1:00 PM at the church. This account has been disabled. Bassett called the grade the "average," leading her mother to say she did not have "average kids." You may not upload any more photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 20 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 5 photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial. [96] Bassett's performance earned her a nomination for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Miniseries or a Movie. 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. Even against. [122][123], She is set to appear alongside Millie Bobby Brown in the Netflix film Damsel. Trivia. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. [70] Bassett said working on the film was "a lot of fun" and that she enjoyed being a part of it. (Impressionista Films/Jay Reilly) CHICAGO - Betty Jane Bassett was among millions of Americans suffering from Type 2 diabetes. Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? The email does not appear to be a valid email address. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. To learn more about this movement's mission, and Angela Bassett herself, I . When asked if the film was much easier to act in than the more intense roles she had in the past, Bassett responded, "This was much easier. [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. 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. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. [41], In 2003, she read from the WPA slave narratives in Unchained Memories. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. One negative review, for example, judged that Malcolm X failed to "capture" the rage of Malcolm X's autobiography. Date of Death: June 22, 2014 (age 78) Zodiac Sign: Leo. [139], In 2018, she received an honorary doctorate from Yale University and another from Old Dominion University in 2022.[140][141][142]. Age 93 of Lakeville passed away December 7, 2015. "I think I have been incredibly blessed and it is probably just all downhill from here. Her character was in a relationship with Robert De Niro's. Children Together. WE ARE AVAILABLE 24/7CALL Minneapolis(612) 200-2777or duluth(218) 208-0377, Copyright 2022 |Terms of use & privacy policy. She has also played Queen Ramonda in the Marvel Cinematic Universe films Black Panther (2018), Avengers: Endgame (2019), and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2022). [93] She was asked by the film's director, Kasi Lemmons, if she could sing and Bassett admitted to lying to get the role. [127] In the summer of 2005, they starred together in a production of His Girl Friday at the Guthrie Theater in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Drag images here or select from your computer for Betty Jane Plummer Bassett memorial. [31][32] Matthew Eng wrote of her "terrifically specific chemistry" with Meryl Streep. Failed to remove flower. Bassett was featured in the 2012 film This Means War,[81] having been known to be attached to the film since two years prior. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. Resend Activation Email. At the time of the film's release, she called both Bernie Mac and Laurence Fishburne, who she had worked with in the past, her "favorites" and said the pair were both "highly professional and extraordinarily talented. Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. ). She appeared in two August Wilson plays at the Yale Repertory Theatre under the direction of her long-time instructor Lloyd Richards. [3][4][5] Bassett's middle name was given to her in honor of her aunt Evelyn. To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. Who were the people in Betty's life? [7] Bassett did not see her father again for several years, until she attended her grandmother's funeral. Betty Jean Price Bassett. This led to starring roles as Betty Shabazz in Malcolm X (1992), as the mother of The Notorious B.I.G. "[88] The film received mixed reviews, including negative reactions from Ilyasah Shabazz and Bernice King, the daughters of Betty Shabazz and Coretta Scott King. In June 2016, the Human Rights Campaign released a video in tribute to the victims of the Orlando nightclub shooting; in the video, Bassett and others told the stories of the people killed there. Survived by children, Mary (Roger) Wahl, Margaret (Ron) Saxrud, Richard (Nila) and David (Amy); 11 loving grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; other relatives and friends. Many know Angela Bassett for playing strong female characters on screen and being an inspiration to many women, young and old. This section is to introduce Betty Bassett with highlights of her life and how she is remembered. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. [99], In the 2015 film Survivor, Bassett portrayed United States Ambassador to the United Kingdom Maureen Crane. So it becomes a bigger thing than me just becoming a movie star, and me just being on TV. "'Black Panther' fans don't have to worry about a thing because we have our fearless, wonderful, visionary leader Ryan Coogler there, you know, on script and there directing," she said. Daniel B. Bassett, Jr. married Betty Jane Gilbert Bassett. Bassett starred in three movies in 1995, which were released with varied reactions from critics: Vampire in Brooklyn, Strange Days, and Waiting to Exhale (where she worked with author Terry McMillan). "[78] This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. 25 years later, she played his sister in American Horror Story (2011). Thanks for your help! Preceded in death by husband, Ross. The episode marks the third time a woman has directed the show. I'm nice too. Unlock the mysteries of your family history and explore the rich tapestry of your past with AncientFaces. Her Other Children. At the time of the film's release, she expressed her belief that her career would never receive such high-profile roles again. She said she felt "motivated" to raise awareness of the initiative's purpose and highlight the link between Type 2 diabetes and heart disease because of her family's history. ", Outside of her advocacy efforts, Bassett is also getting ready to film the highly anticipated "Black Panther" sequel, "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. She was 78. The prolific actress's mom, Betty Jane Bassett, had type 2 diabetes and tragically died of heart disease. There was an error deleting this problem. [131], In early 2007, Bassett donated $2,300 to the presidential primary campaign of Barack Obama. Married December 24th 1949 in Perry, Wyomong County, New York. In Strange Days, Bassett played Lornette "Mace" Mason, a chauffeur and bodyguard. To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. with Daniel Bassett. An independent candidate, Ross Perot, won 18.91% - the most votes for an independent candidate since Teddy Roosevelt's run for President in 1912. [11] During high school, Bassett became the first African-American from Boca Ciega to be admitted to the National Honor Society. Are you a close relative of Betty? [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. Family members linked to this person will appear here. [33], In 2000, Bassett turned down the lead role in Monster's Ball because of the script's sexual content; the role earned Halle Berry the Academy Award for Best Actress. Year should not be greater than current year. 0 cemeteries found in Acton, Marion County, Indiana, USA. To use this feature, use a newer browser. The last show aired on May 25, 2011. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. Betty Jane Plummer Bassett (1919-2022) - Find a Grave Memorial Advertisement Photo added by Chris Betty Jane Plummer Bassett Are you a close relative of Betty? becomes full [91] Bassett described working with Morgan Freeman as wonderful, but she admitted to being intimidated by him. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. "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. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. Angela Bassett. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. She is survived by her daughters, Angela Bassett Vance and Dannette Belinda Bassett; brothers, Ralph and Garland. . Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? Bassett, Betty J. Bassett praised the writers, calling them "amazing". Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). Geni requires JavaScript! Learn more about merges. Try again. Angela Evelyn Bassett was born on August 16, 1958, in New York City, New York, the United States, to Betty Jane and Daniel Benjamin Bassett. American Actress. The broadcaster, 60, who lived with the . Her mother, Betty Jane (Gilbert) Bassett, passed away on June 22, 2014. Angela Bassett. Turner also did Bassett's make-up, leading Bassett to call her "supportive" and her "biggest fan. Betty Jane was an aid lady. "[106], In March 2017, Bassett appeared in "Ache", an episode of the television series Underground. Written by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II (the first of their string of successful collaborations), audiences loved it. Select the next to any field to update. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Betty Bassett (244340508)? His Other Children. 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. Did Betty finish grade school, get a GED, go to high school, get a college degree or masters? [104][105] Bassett appeared in American Horror Story: Roanoke. Bassett said she loved the story,[50] viewing the lead character as someone that "could be anyone because each of us have had dreams and aspirations and wanting to be and needing to be supported and directed",[51] and described working with Palmer as being "really wonderful." Share highlights of Betty's life. [72] Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. Try again later. [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]. Learn more about managing a memorial . cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. and you'll be alerted when others do the same. [83] Bassett also appeared as herself in I Ain't Scared Of You. 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). There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. They first met at Yale School of Drama, then became a couple over a decade later after their paths crossed again in Los Angeles. Betty Jean Price Bassett February 19, 1929 - January 16, 2020 Betty Jean Price Bassett died January 16, 2020, at her home with her daughter at her side. In 2018, Bassett began producing and starring as an LAPD patrol sergeant in the Fox drama series 9-1-1. She also was among millions suffering from heart disease. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. when she died at the age of 78. born 1958, age 60 American Actress. Her mother was a social worker, while her father was a civil servant in NYC. There is a problem with your email/password. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. Daughter of Leroy Gilbert and Emma Jean Gilbert [15], Bassett earned industry attention and public recognition for her early performances in the films Boyz n the Hood (1991) and Malcolm X (1992). Make sure that the file is a photo. Co-creator Ryan Murphy praised Bassett in an interview with E! A popular talk show, it was number 1 in the ratings since its debut. [12] She then studied acting at the Yale School of Drama and obtained a Master of Fine Arts in 1983, despite opposition from her paternal aunt who warned her to not "waste" her "Yale education on theater." https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/37643963/betty-jane-bassett. Daniel Bassett Bio Details. HAS A DEATH OCCURRED? In the 2009 film Notorious, Bassett portrayed Voletta Wallace, the mother of The Notorious B.I.G. We have set your language to 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. She also was among millions suffering from heart disease. Failed to delete memorial. Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. She and her costars Robert Townsend and Victoria Rowell were seen by Robert Gillard of LA Sentinel as doing wonderful jobs of "capturing the emotions of a family stricken by grief. [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. This year's Mother's Day was hard for Angela Bassett. All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. In December 2018, she voiced the Decepticon villain 'Shatter' from the Transformers live-action film Bumblebee. Bassett also became an ambassador for the American Heart Association and the American Diabetes Associations "Know Diabetes by Heart" initiative in 2019. Failed to remove flower. Singing in a film was a new experience for Bassett, who had never had to sing before and had always lip-synced.[94]. Verify and try again. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. 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. [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. While her aunt did not have any children of her own, she "loved children, and she was good with them. 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. Start a FameChain Add to my FameChain. [92] It was announced in early June 2014 that Yaya DaCosta would play Houston in the film. Daniel Benjamin Bassett Jr. Try again later. It's celluloid; they last for ever. The couple's twins son Slater Josiah Vance and daughter Bronwyn Golden Vance were carried by a surrogate. born 1958, age 60 with Daniel Bassett. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. 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