Preceded in death by husband, Ross. She described Betty Jane as a woman who was "strong willed" and "determined" throughout her life. In 2013, Bassett appeared on FX TV show American Horror Story: Coven[73] as Marie Laveau, a voodoo witch. Search above to list available cemeteries. Survived by children, Mary (Roger) Wahl, Margaret (Ron) Saxrud, Richard (Nila) and David (Amy); 11 loving grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; other relatives and friends. You can always change this later in your Account settings. Try again. She played Stella, a 40-year-old American professional woman who falls in love with a 20-year-old Jamaican man. Ten months after Bassett was born, her mother became pregnant and had a . 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. Betty Jane Bassett Age. "I have no doubt that it will be glorious, that it will be wonderful.". Are you adding a grave photo that will fulfill this request? Share memories and family stories, photos, or ask questions. Unfortunately, not much is known about her except for her name. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. [120] Her performance in the sequel garnered her Best Supporting Actress awards at the 80th Golden Globe Awardsmaking her the first actor to win a major individual acting award for a film based on Marvel Comics[121]and at the 28th Critics' Choice Awards. Add to your scrapbook. [108] Daniel Benjamin Bassett Jr. To use this feature, use a newer browser. She felt it did a "wonderful job of bringing" The Notorious B.I.G. Bassett was seen as a "terrific" fill in for Obama. 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." This is a carousel with slides. GREAT NEWS! Please try again later. ", "I'm excited, as you can imagine, very excited," she said. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. 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. [70] Bassett said working on the film was "a lot of fun" and that she enjoyed being a part of it. "[135] Bassett also spoke at the 2016 Democratic National Convention, introducing survivors of the previous year's Charleston church shooting, an incident about which she spoke during her remarks. [39] Laura Fries of Entertainment Weekly wrote that Bassett "takes her physical strength and turns it inward to portray Parks" and expressed her belief that "lesser hands" would allow for misinterpretation or gross underplay of Parks' personality. [91] Bassett described working with Morgan Freeman as wonderful, but she admitted to being intimidated by him. [107] Executive producer and director Anthony Hemingway said her character "was written with Angela in mind" and that the entire cast came to see Bassett the day she filmed her performance. Bassett's mother lived in New York City with her father's brother and his wife when she met Bassett's father. Angela Bassett is raising awareness of the devastating illness that took her mother years ago. Daniel Bassett Bio Details. I'm a black woman from America. When we share what we know, together we discover more. 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. Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. 25 years later, she played his sister in American Horror Story (2011). Date of Death: June 22, 2014 (age 78) Zodiac Sign: Leo. Discover how our Uncovering Our Shared Memories: An Introduction to the Community Standards at AncientFaces and you'll be alerted when others do the same. [98] On June 11, 2014, Ruby Dee died from natural causes. [137], Bassett was initiated as an honorary member of Delta Sigma Theta sorority on July 13, 2013. Benjamin B. Bassett Sr. and Brownie Younger Bassett of Winston-Salem, NC. "I make sure that I see my doctor regularly for my yearly checkups, and if there's anything that I'm concerned about, I will text him or call him or go in," Bassett said. [7] Bassett did not see her father again for several years, until she attended her grandmother's funeral. "[38] She has turned down roles which she viewed as demeaning to her image. She received another nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Miniseries or a Movie. Bassett's middle name was given to her in honor of her aunt Evelyn. Turner also did Bassett's make-up, leading Bassett to call her "supportive" and her "biggest fan. Dutton.[13]. [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. [89][90] In an interview with The Huffington Post, Bassett noted that there had "never been a female head of the Secret Service, much less a woman of color". In 1993, when she was 58 years old, on January 20th, William J. Clinton became the 42nd President of the United States. ST. PETERSBURG Betty Jane Bassett, mother of film and television actress Angela Bassett, died Sunday. Unlock the mysteries of your family history and explore the rich tapestry of your past with AncientFaces. [102] Bassett noted it was "the very first sequel I've ever done" and that she had been excited at the prospect of another film after the initial success of Olympus Has Fallen. Bassett was also classmates with actor Charles S. "[21] Upon its release, What's Love Got to Do with It received strong reviews that touted her performance as masterful. 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. [16] During production, director Spike Lee showed Bassett a tape of the exact moment when Malcolm X was shot during his assassination, since they would be filming the scene. Drag images here or select from your computer for Betty Jane Plummer Bassett memorial. The award-winning actress, 62, lost her mother, Betty Jane, in June 2014 to heart failure. Written by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II (the first of their string of successful collaborations), audiences loved it. in Notorious (2009), and as Amanda Waller in Green Lantern (2011). "We've come up with a program that is close to my heart, which blends education and entertainment -- artistic expression," she said. Senator and a Congressman, both from the state of Massachusetts, as well as a Naval lieutenant in World War II. Friends with Nancy Wilson, Marianne Jean-Baptiste, and Loni Love. Who were the people in Betty's life? [31][32] Matthew Eng wrote of her "terrifically specific chemistry" with Meryl Streep. 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. Memorial ID. [82] Tambay A. Obenson of IndieWire attributed Bassett's lack of appearances in promotional material to her having a small role and her demographic not being targeted by the film. Bassett met with De Niro and later realized the conversation was meant to break the ice before they started filming. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. Please enable JavaScript in your browser's settings to use this part of Geni. Oops, something didn't work. She read the film's script and became interested. Link to family and friends whose lives she impacted. Singing in a film was a new experience for Bassett, who had never had to sing before and had always lip-synced.[94]. [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. There was an error deleting this problem. She called the decision to have a female African-American Secret Service director "a bold casting choice". Where we share as we remember & make discoveries and connect with others to help answer questions. Include gps location with grave photos where possible. [113], In February 2018, Bassett starred in the acclaimed Marvel Cinematic Universe superhero film Black Panther as Queen Ramonda, mother of the titular character; she briefly reprised the role the following year in Avengers: Endgame. Her father was an electrician and her mother worked as a nurse's aide. I'm nice too. 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. BASSETT, Betty Jane 78, of St. Petersburg, passed away on June 22, 2014. 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. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. She said she hasn't seen a script but has the utmost faith in the film's director, Ryan Coogler. Betty Jane Bassett, mother of actor Angela Bassett, died Sunday. Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. Thanks for your help! [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. 's "life to the page. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. 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. Facebook gives people the. with Daniel Bassett. You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. [129][130], She is represented by the Executive Speakers Bureau of Memphis, Tennessee. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. Star's mother vanished, when Angela was merely 10-months-old, and then suddenly showed up, when the girl grew older. And to cross the water, to countries where people will never meet people who look like me. 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. Daniel's parents were Daniel Bassett Sr and Brownie Bassett. I get the chance to remember the Share yesterday to connect today & preserve tomorrow, Copyright 1999-2023 AncientFaces, Inc. All Rights Reserved, ADVERTISEMENT [50] Bassett appeared in the television film Time Bomb the same year. She met Tina Turner twice, who advised her on details of her interpretation, from wigs and outfits to dancing styles. 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. The burial will be at Acton Cemetery following the service.Betty was a homemaker. Failed to remove flower. In 1986, by the time she was 51 years old, on September 8th, the Oprah Winfrey Show went into national syndication. David married Betty Jane Bassett, a social worker, on June 24, 1959, in Forsyth, North Carolina, US, but divorced her when their daughters were young. As a single mother, Betty stressed the importance of education for her children. Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. [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. [109] Lena Waithe wanted Bassett after being impressed by her previous work though was convinced she would turn down the role and said Bassett's inclusion influenced the series drastically with "another layer" of tension. According to Bassett, the two bonded and that Palmer was as good an actress as any adult she had worked with. Betty Jane Bassett lived 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. 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". 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American actress Angela Evelyn Bassett is an American actress who is known for her work in film and television since the late 1980s. She also directed its sixth episode, which aired on October 19, 2016. Her mother had Type 2 diabetes and Bassett said their family didn't see the "wolf at the door" in her healthbattle. It was pretty easy compared to some of the roles I've done that call for so much emotion or physicality." "[86] Bassett began filming her scenes during the latter part of the previous year. 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? cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. [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. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/244340508/betty-jane-bassett. Weve updated the security on the site. [83] Bassett also appeared as herself in I Ain't Scared Of You. Select the pencil to add details. The award-winning actress, 62, lost her mother, Betty Jane, in June 2014 to heart failure. In the 1930s, about 100,000 former slaves were still living during the Great Depression, of which 2,300 were interviewed part of the Federal Writers' Project. The last show aired on May 25, 2011. She is survived by her daughters, Angela Bassett Vance and Dannette Belinda Bassett; brothers, Ralph and Garland. [25] Bassett's character in Waiting to Exhale, Bernadine Harris, was betrayed by her husband and in revenge she set fire to his entire wardrobe and vehicle, then sold what was left for one dollar. A popular talk show, it was number 1 in the ratings since its debut. Weve updated the security on the site. Select the next to any field to update. He had previously been a U.S. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. Learn more about managing a memorial . 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." Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. Please enter your email address and we will send you an email with a reset password code. One of her first New York performances came in 1985 when she appeared in J. E. Franklin's Black Girl at Second Stage Theatre. Mr. 3000 was a comedy in which Bassett costarred with Bernie Mac. 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. Learn more about merges. Would you like to manage this memorial? She's the host of Know Diabetes by Heart, a joint fundraiser by the American Heart . Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. [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. Sorry! My people were slaves in America, and even though we're free on paper and in law, I'm not going to allow you to enslave me on film, in celluloid, for all to see. What schools or universities did Betty attend? Played Cuba Gooding Jr. 's mother in Boyz n the Hood (1991). [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". Memorial Mass Tuesday, December 15th, 11:00 am at All Saints Catholic Church, 19795 Holyoke Avenue, Lakeville, MN 55044. "[47] The only film she appeared in during the following year was Mr. and Mrs. Smith in an uncredited voice role. "[106], In March 2017, Bassett appeared in "Ache", an episode of the television series Underground. An independent candidate, Ross Perot, won 18.91% - the most votes for an independent candidate since Teddy Roosevelt's run for President in 1912. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. 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. In my imagination we would have children and live in a real house. ). Trusted by millions of genealogists since 2003 This section is to introduce Betty Bassett with highlights of her life and how she is remembered. 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. Geni requires JavaScript! Her parents split up soon . [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. There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. Bassett appeared as Secret Service director Lynne Jacobs in the action thriller Olympus Has Fallen, released on March 22, 2013. Visitation one hour before Mass. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Betty Bassett (37643963)? "[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. This browser does not support getting your location. "[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. Dannette Bassett. when she died at the age of 78. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. Betty Jean Price Bassett. 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[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." Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Betty Bassett (176391755)? 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. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Betty Bassett (37643963)? This account has been disabled. 25 years later, she played his sister in American Horror Story (2011). Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. She received praise for the performance,[28][29] Stephen Holden of The New York Times called Bassett's character "the best thing in the movie" and wrote that Bassett "portrays this high-strung superwoman with such intensity that she makes her almost believable. "[17] Bassett worried that after her role as Betty Shabazz in Malcolm X, she would not find another role "as satisfying." 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. Failed to remove flower. All photos uploaded successfully, click on the Done button to see the photos in the gallery. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. Angela Evelyn Bassett (born August 16, 1958) is an American actress. Failed to report flower. 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. Saturday 03 Aug 1935. "[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. [93] She was asked by the film's director, Kasi Lemmons, if she could sing and Bassett admitted to lying to get the role. "[65] Bassett earned positive reviews for her performance in the film, noted as being one of the more experienced actors involved. Your Scrapbook is currently empty. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. [132] Bassett supported Obama in his reelection campaign. This year's Mother's Day was hard for Angela Bassett. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. His Other Children. Angela Evelyn Bassett was born on 16th August 1958 in the United States to Betty Jane (ne Gilbert) and Daniel Benjamin Bassett. ). Married December 24th 1949 in Perry, Wyomong County, New York. Try again later. Bassett praised the writers, calling them "amazing". [3][4][5] Bassett's middle name was given to her in honor of her aunt Evelyn. Died. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. She appeared in the 2008 film Gospel Hill. Learn more about managing a memorial. You have chosen this person to be their own family member. [128], Bassett is a supporter of programs for the arts, especially for youth. Betty's immediate relatives including parents, siblings, partnerships and children in the Bassett family tree. [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. Heart disease also affects the Black community at a disproportionate rate. Experiences, organizations, & how she spent her time. Sister of Private; Private and Private. Please reset your password. Full name. "She had high expectations for her two daughters and [was] under a great deal of stress, I think, being a single mom and just trying to make ends meet, but she always pushed my sister and I to be our best, to educate ourselves, to be independent, be able to take care of ourselves," Bassett said during a recent interview with "Good Morning America.". Daniel B. Bassett, Jr. married Betty Jane Gilbert Bassett. Photos larger than 8Mb will be reduced. ", Outside of her advocacy efforts, Bassett is also getting ready to film the highly anticipated "Black Panther" sequel, "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. The Wilson plays featuring Bassett were Ma Rainey's Black Bottom (1984) and Joe Turner's Come and Gone (1986). [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. She was 78. 22 Jun 2014. 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