Marva Hicks (House of Cards, Daredevil) dies at 66

This is sad news that was announced on September 16th. Singer and actress Marva Hicks has died aged 66. It was Tanya Young Williams, his agent, who confirmed his death through a press release shared in The Hollywood Reporter. “It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of our dear Marva Hicks Taha. Our wife, family member and friend will be dearly missed and will forever be in our hearts.“, we were able to read first. “The love she had for her husband, family, friends and the entertainment community knew no bounds. We were deeply touched by this torrent of love. Thank you for your compassion and prayers“, was it specified then. The circumstances of her death have not, however, been specified. She has recently been on the front of the stage for her roles in the series House of Cards or again Daredevil. On social networks, Internet users quickly paid him very touching tributes.

Originally from Petersburg, Virginia, Marva Hicks graduated from Howard University and later wanted to pursue a career in music and acting. It was in 1981 that her career began when she appeared in a show called Lena Horne: The Lady at Her Music. She met with great success and this allowed her to climb the ladder in the theater but also to make herself known on television and in the cinema. In 1991, she made her debut in song by unveiling his first eponymous album with a title titled Never Been in Love before. As for the comedyMarva Hicks has performed in several plays on Broadway including Motown: The Musical, The Lion King in which she interpreted the role of Rafiki. Series fans were also able to find her in Star Trek but also House of Cards, Daredevil, Search Party, The Blacklist as well as Madam Secretary. Roles that have marked the minds of viewers.

Marva Hicks, a Broadway icon

Marva Hicks’ career has been crowned with success. Over the years, she has managed to make a name for herself with the public but also on Broadway. Her powerful voice allowed him to sing in duets with Michael Jackson or Stevie Wonder during international tours. She won at three times the Helen Hayes Prize for his work on stage and has played in legendary musicals. In 2004, she joined the original cast of Caroline and Change. Several years later, in 2013, she contributed to the success of Motown: The Musical, devoted to the music and life of Berry Gordy, founder of the famous American soul label. Career choices that allowed him to work with the biggest names but also to fully flourish.

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