Introduction to Angela Bassett

In 1993, Bassett received critical acclaim for her portrayal of Tina Turner in the film "What's Love Got to Do with It". She was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role for the performance, and went on to receive a Golden Globe award for the same role. Bassett has also appeared in other notable films such as "Boyz N the Hood", "Malcolm X", and "Black Panther". She has continued to be a prominent figure in Hollywood and has cemented her status as one of the most talented, respected, and inspiring actresses of her time.

In this book we discuss topics such as: Introduction: Early Life and Education: Childhood and Family Background, Education Career in Acting: Early Career, Breakthrough Role in "What's Love Got to Do with It", Other Notable Movie Roles, Television Roles Awards and Achievements: Academy Awards, Emmy Awards, Golden Globe Awards, Other Awards and Recognitions Philanthropy and Advocacy: Charitable Work, Advocacy Work, Social and Political Activism Personal Life: Marriage and Family, Personal Interests and Hobbies Legacy and Impact: Influence on Film and Television, Role Model and Inspiration and Cultural Significance Conclusion:. Quizzes are provided at the end of each section.