Diahann Carroll Remembered By Hollywood, Broadway: Ava DuVernay, Lee Daniels, Holly Robinson Peete Praise An Icon

Refresh for updates Pioneering actress Diahann Carroll was remembered by Hollywood and Broadway today as an icon, an inspiration and a beloved friend.

“This one cuts deeply,” tweeted actress Holly Robinson Peete. “My mom & Ms Diahann were friends since they were 14. She was a pioneer on so many levels. She made me believe I could be on television! I loved & cherished and idolized her like a daughter…. “

“She blazed trails through dense forests and elegantly left diamonds along the path for the rest of us to follow,” tweeted Ava DuVernay.

“You taught us so much,” said actress and choreographer Debbie Allen.

Carroll, the star of TV’s Julie, Dynasty and a Broadway Tony Award winner, died today at her home in Los Angeles following a long battle against cancer. Here are some reactions from colleagues and friends. Deadline will update the list as more remembrances arrive.

This one cuts deeply. My mom & Ms Diahann were friends since they were 14. She was a pioneer on so many levels. She made me believe I could be on television! I loved & cherished and idolized her like a daughter…. 💔💔
RIP Diahann Carroll thank you for the gift of your life🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/StN2c5vGDN

— Holly🌸Robinson🌸Peete (@hollyrpeete) October 4, 2019

Diahann Carroll walked this earth for 84 years and broke ground with every footstep. An icon. One of the all-time greats. She blazed trails through dense forests and elegantly left diamonds along the path for the rest of us to follow. Extraordinary life. Thank you, Ms. Carroll. pic.twitter.com/YXjh7d3LWU

— Ava DuVernay (@ava) October 4, 2019

A trailblazing actress with a captivating voice, Diahann Carroll lent her talents to films like “Carmen Jones” and “Porgy and Bess.” In 1975, she received an Oscar nomination for Best Actress for her role in “Claudine.” Her legacy lives on. pic.twitter.com/2X2xjl4sBj

— The Academy (@TheAcademy) October 4, 2019

Diahann Carroll you taught us so much. We are stronger, more beautiful and risk takers because of you. We will forever sing your praises and speak your name. Love Love Love, Debbie💕 pic.twitter.com/1LBUUa2Ql3

— Debbie Allen (@msdebbieallen) October 4, 2019

I once met the legendary Diahann Carroll at a luncheon in Toronto. I told her that when she starred in Julia, people used to say my mother looked like her. Without blinking an eye, she said “Was she very beautiful?” Ms Carroll was a Goddess. pic.twitter.com/BJot9JIh1p

— Dana Delany (@DanaDelany) October 4, 2019

We are deeply saddened to learn of Diahann Carroll’s passing earlier today. She broke ground as the first black woman to win a Tony Award for best actress in a lead role of a musical and continued on to have a tremendous career on stage and screen.https://t.co/HdB11ZQFpB

— Actors’ Equity (@ActorsEquity) October 4, 2019

We’re reflecting on the life and legacy of Diahann Carroll, who played Julia in the hit TV series. “Julia” was applauded for its depiction of African-American life in a suburban setting. pic.twitter.com/yUIFFqfDey

— National Museum of American History (@amhistorymuseum) October 4, 2019

RIP DIAHANN CARROLL. You are beloved.

— Kristin Chenoweth (@KChenoweth) October 4, 2019

Just over ten years ago, during my pregnancy, I had the honor of appearing on The Tavis Smiley show with the great Diahann Carroll. She was an icon, a powerhouse, and a genuine, lovely woman. Rest In Peace. pic.twitter.com/nmT8VP25ND

— jessica queller (@jessicaqueller) October 4, 2019

So very sorry to read this. Diahann Carroll was such a beautiful woman, gifted actress and singer. #RIP Diahann Carroll, Actress Who Broke Barriers With ‘Julia,’ Dies at 84 https://t.co/EqpRmGgUeE

— Betty Buckley (@BettyBuckley) October 4, 2019

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