RATINGS: Cast & Crew

DOB: August 16, 1958

Background: Bassett is a classically trained actress who began working in theater before making movies.

Filmography: Bassett is best known for portraying real-life personalities in "Malcolm X," "What's Love Got to Do with It" (1993), and "The Rosa Parks Story" (2002).

Academy Awards:

Best Actress Nomination
"What's Love Got to Do with It" (1993); lost to Holly Hunter ("The Piano")

Emmy Awards:

Best TV Movie/Miniseries Actress Nomination
"The Rosa Parks Story" (2002); lost to Laura Linney ("Wild Iris")

Golden Globe Awards: Win - Best Film Comedy/Musical Actress ("What's Love Got to Do with It," 1994)

SAG Awards:

Best TV Movie/Miniseries Actress Nomination
"Ruby's Bucket of Blood" (2002); lost to Judy Davis ("Life with Judy Garland: Me and My Shadows")