I rise to enter into the RECORD an article entitled: "Actress Cicely Tyson to be Honored at the 2008 Caribbean Heritage Salute to Hollywood and the Arts." which appeared in the June 24th edition of the New York Carib News. our local weekly newspaper which chronicles and recognizes the achievements of people of caribbean origin. Ms. Tyson is a legandary actress and has appeared in timeless works such as the miniseries "Roots." the daytime soap "The Guiding Light." and the popular TV show "The Women of Brewster Place." Cicely Tyson is the daughter of immigrants who came to the United States after leaving the Caribbean island of Nevis. This legendary actress began her career in the 50s and has built up her reputation as a remarkable dramatic actress who continues to grace the screen of television and film today. Tysons success is another testament to the courageous spirit and deep determination of Caribbean Americans.
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