ANGELA BASSETT — BORN IN 1958

Angela Bassett has a timeless beauty. She is not only known for her contributions to the industry back then, but the actress’ distinct aura is still with her even after all these years. Bassett has a certain degree of fame when it comes to portraying biographic roles. One of her most popular portrayals was Tina Turner for the biopic What’s Love Got to Do with It. From her role, she was able to bag a nomination for the Academy Awards. The actress also went home with a Golden Globe Award as Best Actress for her outstanding performance.

Aside from Turner, Bassett also gave life on-screen to other prominent personalities such as Betty Shabazz, Katherin Jackson, and Coretta King.

Basset is now 62, but her physical features are still the same. She is still active in the world of entertainment and has no plans for early retirement. In fact, she has lent her voice for Disney Pixar’s Soul and is currently starring in 9-1-1.

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