3 Quotes & Sayings By Angela Bassett

Angela Bassett is an actress, best known for her work in Hollywood films. She has received numerous awards including the 2001 Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Television Series - Drama for her performance in What's Love Got to Do With It. Her television projects include American Family, Treme, and American Horror Story. She has also acted in films such as Four Brothers, The Help, and The Secret Life of Bees Read more

Bassett was born in Miami, Florida.

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When I was in school, my mother stressed education. I am so glad she did. I graduated from Yale College and Yale University with my master's and I didn't do it by missing school. Angela Bassett
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My mom was always pretty supportive. She saw me do plays and she'd always act out the parts I did. My aunt, who played a big part in my life, was a little bit more reserved, because if they don't see you on TV every week they think you must be starving. Angela Bassett