Sidney Poitier
Actor and director, Oscar-winning role
Born
February 20th, 1927
98 years ago
Died
January 6th, 2022
3 years ago — 94 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Born in the Bahamas, an impactful figure in American cinema. Starred in films such as 'Lilies of the Field', earning an Academy Award for Best Actor. Other notable works include 'Guess Who's Coming to Dinner', 'To Sir, with Love', and 'The Defiant Ones'. Poitier also directed films including 'Buck and the Preacher' and 'Stir Crazy'. Later served as the Bahamian ambassador to Japan, contributing to diplomatic relations. His career spanned decades, influencing representation in film and culture.
Won the Academy Award for Best Actor for 'Lilies of the Field'
Starred in 'Guess Who's Coming to Dinner'
Directed 'Buck and the Preacher' and 'Stir Crazy'
Received the Presidential Medal of Freedom
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