Dannette Bassett. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. Bassett was seen as a "terrific" fill in for Obama. With this being a part of her narrative, . Photos larger than 8Mb will be reduced. She was the only member of Bassett's family to have gone to both college and graduate school. Age 93 of Lakeville passed away December 7, 2015. [127] In the summer of 2005, they starred together in a production of His Girl Friday at the Guthrie Theater in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Survived by children, Mary (Roger) Wahl, Margaret (Ron) Saxrud, Richard (Nila) and David (Amy); 11 loving grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; other relatives and friends. [96] Bassett's performance earned her a nomination for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Miniseries or a Movie. 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[92] It was announced in early June 2014 that Yaya DaCosta would play Houston in the film. 78. Actress Angela Bassett spoke Sunday at the Scientific Sessions conference about losing her mother to heart disease. Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. In 2019, she joined the cast of Gunpowder Milkshake. ===== Perry Recorder Thursday, December 29, 1949 Betty Gell, daughter of Mrs. Thomas Gell of Silver Springs, was united in marriage to William G. Bassett, son of Mr. and Mrs. Percy R. Bossett of 6 Bradford Street on Saturday. Who were the people in Betty's life? I'm a black woman from America. According to Bassett, the two bonded and that Palmer was as good an actress as any adult she had worked with. [38] In addition to The Score, that year she also had a role in the television film Ruby's Bucket of Blood. "[36] Kevin Thomas of the Los Angeles Times wrote Bassett captured all of her character's "mercurial mood swings" and both Bassett and her costar Danny Glover "rise to the challenge of these larger-than-life roles, just as you would expect. Her mother, Betty Jane (Gilbert) Bassett, passed away on June 22, 2014. She was married to. In addition to being nominated for an Academy Award and seven Primetime Emmy Awards, she has won numerous awards, including three Black Reel Awards, a Golden Globe Award, seven NAACP Image Awards, and a Screen Actors Guild Award. ", Outside of her advocacy efforts, Bassett is also getting ready to film the highly anticipated "Black Panther" sequel, "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. In Vampire in Brooklyn, she played Rita Veder, a tortured cop with a dark secret. In Strange Days, Bassett played Lornette "Mace" Mason, a chauffeur and bodyguard. Her Other Children. Also in 1998, Bassett starred in How Stella Got Her Groove Back, once again collaborating with McMillan. There was an error deleting this problem. Mother of Angela Bassett and Private "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. Bush who was seeking his second term. Your Scrapbook is currently empty. Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. 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? Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? Betty Jane (Gilbert) Bassett was born on August 3, 1935 in St. Petersburg, Pinellas County, Florida United States. and you'll be alerted when others do the same. [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. Daughter of Leroy Gilbert and Emma Jean Gilbert Please try again later. Preceded in death by husband, Ross. Senator and a Congressman, both from the state of Massachusetts, as well as a Naval lieutenant in World War II. Visitation one hour before Mass. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. [70] Bassett said working on the film was "a lot of fun" and that she enjoyed being a part of it. 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. [131], In early 2007, Bassett donated $2,300 to the presidential primary campaign of Barack Obama. [136] After Clinton was defeated in the general election, Bassett tweeted, "Only 1455 days until November 3, 2020. ", for his hit single "Right Here, Right Now". We have set your language to Angela Evelyn Bassett was born on August 16, 1958, to Betty Jane Bassett who worked for the Health and Human Services Agency, and Daniel Bassett in New York, New York. She received another nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Miniseries or a Movie. when she died at the age of 78. She called it her first time doing "this kind of movie" but expressed interest in seeing what her scenes looked like. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. Learn more about managing a memorial . If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. St. Petersburg, Pinellas County, Florida United States. In 2018, Bassett began producing and starring as an LAPD patrol sergeant in the Fox drama series 9-1-1. Her character was in a relationship with Robert De Niro's. You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. Bassett's husband Courtney Vance played her television husband on ER as Russell Banfield. Angela Bassett is raising awareness of the devastating illness that took her mother years ago. Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? The musical ran for 2,212 performances originally and was made into a movie in 1954. The first film Bassett appeared in that year was Supernova, where she played a medical officer. Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? When you share, or just show that you care, the heart At the time of the film's release, she expressed her belief that her career would never receive such high-profile roles again. [114][115][116][117] In July 2018, she portrayed CIA Director Erika Sloane in the action spy film Mission: Impossible Fallout. She felt it did a "wonderful job of bringing" The Notorious B.I.G. the average Gilbert family member cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. He beat incumbent George H.W. Memorial ID. [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." 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). Where we share as we remember & make discoveries and connect with others to help answer questions. Thanks for your help! Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. 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. Share highlights of Betty's life. 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. [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. [138], She is Pentecostal Evangelical Christian and a member of the West Angeles Church of God in Christ (Church of God in Christ), located in Los Angeles. View the profiles of people named Betty Jane Bassett. Many know Angela Bassett for playing strong female characters on screen and being an inspiration to many women, young and old. "[125], In December 2022, she was named as part of The Hollywood Reporter's Women in Entertainment Power 100. I get the chance to remember the Share yesterday to connect today & preserve tomorrow, Copyright 1999-2023 AncientFaces, Inc. All Rights Reserved, ADVERTISEMENT 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. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. Please enable JavaScript in your browser's settings to use this part of Geni. Please enter a valid Memorial ID. No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. Angela Evelyn Bassett was born on August 16, 1958 in New York City, to Betty Jane (Gilbert), a social worker, and Daniel Benjamin Bassett, a preacher's son. [46], In 2004, she had roles in the films The Lazarus Child and Mr. 3000. [14] Bassett moved to Los Angeles in 1988 for more acting jobs, with early guest spots on A Man Called Hawk and 227 (both 1989). The production opened on Broadway on October 13, 2011. The FBI's responsibility is to "detect and prosecute crimes against the United States". [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. Memorial Mass Tuesday, December 15th, 11:00 am at All Saints Catholic Church, 19795 Holyoke Avenue, Lakeville, MN 55044. Unlock the mysteries of your family history and explore the rich tapestry of your past with AncientFaces. Betty Bassett Partner(s) Other Children. 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. But not iron-fist kind of strong, just self-assured. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. In May 2017, Bassett appeared in an episode of Master of None, portraying major character Denise's mother Catherine. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. In March 2016, Bassett appeared in London Has Fallen, reprising her role as Lynne Jacobs. HAS A DEATH OCCURRED? What is Betty's ethnicity and where did her parents, grandparents & great-grandparents come from? cemeteries found in Acton, Marion County, Indiana, USA will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Bassett's middle name was given to her in honor of her aunt Evelyn. [9], In her younger years, Bassett was "in love" with the Jackson 5 and dreamed of marrying a member of the family group, stating it would probably be "whoever had the cutest, roundest Afro at the time. [64] Bassett said she jumped at the chance to be part of the film after reading the script. Married December 24th 1949 in Perry, Wyomong County, New York. You can always change this later in your Account settings. 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. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. (Impressionista Films/Jay Reilly) CHICAGO - Betty Jane Bassett was among millions of Americans suffering from Type 2 diabetes. Drag images here or select from your computer for Betty Jane Frith Bassett memorial. Wikipedia Profile Angela Bassett American actress People. She is an active Ambassador of UNICEF for the United States and a member of the West Angeles Church of God in Christ. 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. Try again later. She also earned an Academy Award nomination but lost to Holly Hunter for The Piano. [10], Bassett studied at Yale University and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in African American Studies in 1980. [31][32] Matthew Eng wrote of her "terrifically specific chemistry" with Meryl Streep. "[6], At the age of four, Bassett was picked up by her mother after her parents divorced, and then relocated with her sister to St. Petersburg, Florida. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. "I think I have been incredibly blessed and it is probably just all downhill from here. Verify and try again. Join Facebook to connect with Betty Jane Bassett and others you may know. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. [52], Bassett provided her voice for the 2007 film Meet the Robinsons. I'm nice too. Turner also did Bassett's make-up, leading Bassett to call her "supportive" and her "biggest fan. Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. Sorry! Betty Jane was an aid lady. [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. Bassett's mother lived in New York City with her father's brother and his wife when she met Bassett's father. [71] Despite this, Bassett was taken "out of her element" with the arrangements made that accommodated the computer-generated effects. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Betty Bassett (37643963)? Share this memorial using social media sites or email. The initiative's upcoming "Know Diabetes by Heart at the Theater" virtual event is special for Bassett. Her first Oscar nomination came in the Best Actress category for her portrayal of Tina Turner in the biopic What's Love Got to Do with It (1993); her second nomination, in the Best Supporting Actress category for her role of Queen Ramonda in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2022), marked the first time an actor was Oscar-nominated for a role in a Marvel film. The prolific actress's mom, Betty Jane Bassett, had type 2 diabetes and tragically died of heart disease. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/37643963/betty-jane-bassett. Singing in a film was a new experience for Bassett, who had never had to sing before and had always lip-synced.[94]. She grew up with her sister D'nette and has a step-sister from her father's side. Her portrayal of Rosa Parks in the television film The Rosa Parks Story (2002) gained her a nomination for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress. The actress said her mother's health complications arose later in life. She was 78. Would you like to manage this memorial? An "A" and "B" student for the most part, Bassett got her first "C" in physical education, and tried to convince her mother not to be disappointed by the grade. Friends with Nancy Wilson, Marianne Jean-Baptiste, and Loni Love. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. [74], She also appeared in the 2011 film Jumping the Broom, playing the matriarch of a wealthy family. In my imagination we would have children and live in a real house. Include gps location with grave photos where possible. Date of Death: June 22, 2014 (age 78) Zodiac Sign: Leo. Failed to remove flower. News, saying he told her she would "'do this big, big episode and you're going to knock it out of the park,' and she did. "Of course, there'll be some changes we know -- we know we won't have our heart and soul right there at the center in Chadwick, but in spirit I know that he will be with us from day one through through infinity.". [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. Daniel Benjamin Bassett Jr. While being asked about what drew her to play real-life women, Bassett answered "The respect that I have for their livestheir stories, vulnerabilities, strength, and resolve. Would you like to manage this memorial? [97] Bassett had previously expressed interest in directing the year before. There is a problem with your email/password. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. [22][23] Marc Bernardin of Entertainment Weekly wrote that Bassett "gave the performance of a lifetime" portraying Turner in the biopic. The difference this year, however, was that Bassett chose a unique way to honor her mom's legacy. [87] Mary J. Blige, when asked about what kind of experience it was to work with Bassett, said that she was "one of Angela's biggest fans" while calling her an "amazing woman. Heart disease also affects the Black community at a disproportionate rate. [112] She plays officer Athena Grant, and during the show's fifth season in 2022, the character is set to cross over to its spinoff, 9-1-1: Lone Star. Betty Jane Bassett (born Gilbert) in FamilySearch Family Tree view all Immediate Family Daniel Benjamin Bassett, Jr. ex-husband Angela Bassett daughter Private child Emma Jean Gilbert mother Leroy Gilbert father Private sibling Private sibling Private sibling About Betty Jane Bassett notes From "FRIENDS: A Love Story" page 11-13: Preceded in death by husband, Ross. An independent candidate, Ross Perot, won 18.91% - the most votes for an independent candidate since Teddy Roosevelt's run for President in 1912. "We'll be telling stories, you'll meet other individuals who have had this affect their lives, you'll hear more about monologue -- [a] dramatic monologue about my personal journey with my mother with this disease. Biographies are our place to remember and discover more about the people important to us. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. [80] Director Salim Akil said Bassett's presence quietly makes a big difference.[72]. In 1943, she was only 8 years old when on March 31st, the Broadway musical Oklahoma! The award-winning actress, 62, lost her mother, Betty Jane, in June 2014 to heart failure. Oops, we were unable to send the email. [139], In 2018, she received an honorary doctorate from Yale University and another from Old Dominion University in 2022.[140][141][142]. 1. It's celluloid; they last for ever. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? A system error has occurred. "[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's immediate relatives including parents, siblings, partnerships and children in the Bassett family tree. The last show aired on May 25, 2011. Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? Are you adding a grave photo that will fulfill this request? A system error has occurred. Sorry! Failed to report flower. Basically, the four of us are sitting there talking about men and having some fun. This browser does not support getting your location. Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? Betty Jane Bassett lived 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. Actress Angela Bassett spoke Sunday at the Scientific Sessions conference about losing her mother to heart disease. Bassett's middle name was given to her in honor of her aunt Evelyn. Betty was a social worker, while Daniel was the son of a preacher. 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. In December 2018, she voiced the Decepticon villain 'Shatter' from the Transformers live-action film Bumblebee. See What AncientFaces Does to discover more about the community. 46 death records. 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." This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. Select the pencil to add details. 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Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. 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. Ten months after Bassett was born, her mother became pregnant and had a . [69] Bassett was also cast in the superhero film Green Lantern, released in 2011, as notable DC Comics character Amanda Waller. [11] During high school, Bassett became the first African-American from Boca Ciega to be admitted to the National Honor Society. [11] At Yale, Bassett met her future husband Courtney B. Vance, a 1986 graduate of the drama school. Her parents split up soon . Bassett was surprised to learn after researching that Coretta initially refused Martin Luther King Jr.'s "advances" and called Mrs. King a "modern day iconic heroine." The Upward Bound program is an academic and cultural enrichment program for underprivileged students. Help paint a picture of Betty so that she is always remembered. Experiences, organizations, & how she spent her time. There was a problem getting your location. Bassett and her sister D'nette grew up in St. Petersburg, Florida with their mother. The average age of Add to your scrapbook. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/244340508/betty-jane-bassett. Angela Bassett wishes her mother could see her career success almost 10 years on from her death. Sadly, Betty Jane Bassett died in 2014 of a heart attack related to Type 2 diabetes, and ever since Angela has focused a great deal of her time and energy on raising awareness about the disease, and funds to combat it. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. 97 ] Bassett said she jumped at the Scientific Sessions conference about losing her mother years ago also 1998... 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