SidneyPOITIER Sir Sidney Poitier dead: Sir Sidney Poitier has tragically died at the age of 94. Bahamian-American actor Sidney was an Oscar-winning Hollywood star who was known as a true trail blazer in Hollywood with more than 50 films under his belt.
A Broadway play about the incredible career of the visionary actor was announced last month, before his sudden death. With Sidney's family blessing, the play will be based on his youth in the Bahamas, to his historic successes during the Golden Age of Hollywood, as he became the first black man to win the Academy Award for Best Actor.
The famous actor built an incredible career as a film icon and revered activist.
Sidney challenged racial bias and roadblocks in the 1950s and 60s by starring in hit movies such as Guess Who's Coming to Dinner, In the Heat of the Night and Lillies of the Field. He was made an honorary Knighthood in 1974.
Our thoughts are with Sir Sidney's family, friends and many fans at this sad time. We invite you to leave your tributes to and memories of Sir Sidney Poitier below:
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