In the nineteen eighties, her performances in "The Burning Bed" and "Small Sacrifices" earned her Emmy Award nominations.

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Later that day, Sue came to the bed where Johnsy lay, and put one arm around her.

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"Dear,dear!" said Sue, leaning her worn face down toward the bed.

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We struggled, but I held her down on the bed.

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She is getting food and help from her church and is working to salvage her family's belongings, including bed sheets and clothing.

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