Biography

Maya Angelou (April 4, 1928 – May 28, 2014) was an American poet, memoirist, and civil rights activist. She published seven autobiographies, three books of essays, several books of poetry, and is credited with a list of plays, movies, and television shows spanning over 50 years. She received dozens of awards and more than 50 honorary degrees.

Known For

Madea's Family Reunion

May

How to Make an American Quilt

Anna

Poetic Justice

Aunt June

Orwell: 2+2=5

Self (archive footage)

Get on the Bus

Self (archive footage, uncredited)

Sesame Street's 25th Birthday: A Musical Celebration

Self - Special Guest

Sesame Street: Elmo Saves Christmas

Narrator (voice)

The Richard Pryor Special?

Willie's Wife