Sidney Poitier
Feb 20, 1927 - Jan 6, 2022February 20, 1927 - January 6, 2022
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Sidney Poitier
Feb 20, 1927 - Jan 6, 2022February 20, 1927 - January 6, 2022
Place of birth
Miami, FL
Most recently lived in
Beverly Hills, CA
Sidney's favorite hobbies
Music, tennis, golf, gardening, travel, live theatre
Sidney's favorite foods
Vegetables, egg white omelets, ice cream (on occasion)
Favorite bands and musical artists
Jazz music
Interesting facts about Sidney
In addition to acting, Poitier directed films and made music. Poitier won a Grammy for best spoken word album in 2001.
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Obituary
Sidney Poitier, the acclaimed actor and filmmaker, passed away on January 6th, 2022, at the age of 94.
Sidney Poitier was a towering figure in the entertainment industry and a trailblazer for black actors in Hollywood. Born in Miami, Florida in 1927, Poitier grew up in the Bahamas before moving to New York City as a young man to pursue an acting career.
After starting out on stage and in small film roles, Poitier rose to fame in the 1950s and 1960s, starring in a string of acclaimed films such as "Blackboard Jungle," "The Defiant Ones," and "In the Heat of the Night," for which he won an Academy Award for Best Actor. He was the first black actor to win this award.
Poitier's performances were celebrated for their realism and depth, and he became a symbol of the Civil Rights Movement, breaking down barriers and paving the way for future generations of actors of color.
As a filmmaker, Poitier wrote, directed and starred in films like "Buck and the Preacher" and "Uptown Saturday Night".
He also published several books and had a successful career as a diplomat, serving as a ambassador of UNICEF.
Poitier's contributions to the industry are cemented in film history and his legacy continues to inspire generations of actors and filmmakers today.
He is survived by his wife, children, and grandchildren.
Sidney Poitier's death is a significant loss to the world of entertainment and he will be greatly missed.
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Born on February 20, 1927
Miami, FL
Passed away on January 6, 2022
Beverly Hills, CA