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Sidney Poitier wins Best Actor in 1964
Greetings from Sidney Poitier, who passed away at the age of 94, began pouring in.
The Bahamian-American actor – known for his films Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner and In the Heat of the Night – was the first black man to win an Oscar for Best Actor.
Poitier received the award for his role as Homer Smith in the 1963 drama Lilies of the Field.
After the news of his death, announced by the Bahamian Foreign Minister Fred Mitchell, fans and fellow stars began to remember Poitier on social media.
Jeffrey McNab of The Independent paid tribute to Poitier, the one actor whose profound impact and legacy will be forever.
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Halle Berry wrote a sentimental salute reminiscent of “Dear Sidney.”
The monster ball star wrote on Twitter, “I lose a tiny bit of myself when my friends are gone,” Sidney Poitier wrote in his book LIFE BEYOND MEASURE. Dear Sidney, an immense part of my soul mourns for your passing.
“In ninety-four years on this planet, you have left an indelible mark with your extraordinary talent, paving the way for black people to be seen and heard in our full identity.”
Perry continued, “You were a creative pioneer. You had a good life. I grew up worshiping [sic] You are and will always remember the day I first met you. It’s the only time in my life that I’ve become speechless! “
The actress became the first black woman to win the Academy Award for Best Actress in 2002. At the same ceremony, Poitier was awarded an honorary award, presented to him that night by Denzel Washington.
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Hillary Clinton Honors Sidney Poitier
Hillary Clinton remembered Poitier by posting on social media.
“We have all been fortunate to share a culture with Sidney Poitier, and to have his hand in shaping it,” the former US Secretary of State wrote on Twitter.
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Lupita Nyong’o Remembers Poitier as ‘My Hero’
Academy Award winner Lupita Nyong’o hailed Poitier as “my hero.”
The Kenyan-Mexican actor for Us and Twelves Years a Slave shared four photos of the late actor on social media, with the caption: “Sydney Poitier, my hero. Live the good life.”
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Kerry Washington mourns the loss of a “elegant king”
Kerry Washington Poitier was remembered after the news of the actor’s death.
The Scandal star took to Twitter to thank Poitier “not just for opening the door, but for walking into this world with endless grace and distinction, so that we may follow you today, leading to the example you’ve set.”
“Rest in peace and authority,” she added. “We love you.”
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Sidney Poitier: the charming pioneer who constantly defied stereotypes
Following the death of the Academy Award winner, screenwriter Jeffrey McNab pays homage to a unique actor whose profound influence and legacy will live on forever.
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British actor David Harwood remembers Sidney Poitier’s “challenge, grace and elegance”
Homeland star David Harewood on Twitter praised Poitier.
“I should have my citizenship together. You should walk on stage tonight and remember who started this crazy fever dream,” Harwood wrote.
“Sydney Poitier’s challenge, grace and style changed me – and shaped my life as an actor.”
The 56-year-old stars in Young Vic’s production of Best Enemies, in which he plays conservative American author and political commentator William F Buckley Jr.
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Reese Witherspoon says she was lucky enough to spend time with Sidney Poitier
Reese Witherspoon took to Twitter to pay tribute to the late Academy Award winner.
“Today we lost a legend. I was lucky enough to spend time with Sidney Poitier,” the Big Little Lies star wrote.
“As a longtime fan, I cherished hearing his incredible stories of how he changed his perceptions in Hollywood. His incredible performances are filled with dignity, strength, truth and deep humanity.”
Witherspoon accompanied her post with a photo of Poitier and herself.
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The talk show host wrote: “For me, the greatest of the ‘Great Trees’ has fallen: Sidney Poitier.”
“my honor [sic] I loved him as a guide. Friend. brother. Close/silent. Wisdom teacher.
And she continued: “The highest and highest verses of appreciation and praise for his most wonderful and honorable life and words. I cherish it. I loved him. He had a tremendous soul that I will cherish forever. Blessings to Joanna and his world of beautiful girls.”
Winfrey accompanied the post with a photo of her and Poitier embracing.
Poitier is survived by his wife Joanna Chimkus, with whom he shares two daughters, Annika and Sydney.
The late actor also has four daughters – Beverly, Pamela, Cheri, and Gina – with his ex-wife Juanita Hardy.
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Barack Obama fondly remembers Sidney Poitier who “embodied dignity and grace”
Former US President Barack Obama is remembered for his “leading roles and unique talent”.
Obama paid tribute to the late actor on Twitter.
Through his leading roles and unique talent, Sidney Poitier embodies [sic] Dignity and Grace, they reveal the power of films that bring us closer together,” he wrote.
The 60-year-old continued, “It has also opened doors for a generation of actors. Michelle and I are sending our love to his family and legion of fans.”
He shared the post on Twitter along with a photo of him and former first lady Michelle Obama with Poitier.
On August 12, 2009, Obama presented Poitier with the Medal of Freedom at the White House in Washington.
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Joseph Gordon-Levitt remembers Sidney Poitier as an “absolute legend”
Joseph Gordon-Levitt paid tribute to the late acting icon.
In a tweet on Twitter, the Don John star wrote: “Sydney Poitier. An absolute legend. One of the greats.”
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