Tributes are pouring in for Oscar-winning actor, director, civil rights activist and humanitarian Sidney Poitier, who has died at age 94.
Poitier gained the Finest Actor Oscar in 1964 for Lilies of the Subject for his depiction of an ex-serviceman who helps East German nuns construct a chapel, his win marking the primary for a Black actor. He obtained an honorary Oscar in 2002, “in recognition of his outstanding accomplishments as an artist and as a human.”
He additionally was the recipient of the Kennedy Heart Honors in 1995, the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2009, two Golden Globe awards and a Grammy for narrating his 2000 autobiography, The Measure of a Man: A Non secular Autobiography.
Westworld actor Jeffrey Wright was among the many first to share his ideas on Poitier’s passing. “What a landmark actor,” he tweeted. “One among a form. What a phenomenal, gracious, heat, genuinely regal man. RIP, Sir. With love.”
Tyler Perry shared on Instagram that his “coronary heart broke” upon listening to the information of Poitier’s dying. “The grace and sophistication that this man has proven all through his total life, the instance he set for me, not solely as a black man however as a human being won’t ever be forgotten,” Perry wrote.
Questlove referred to as Poitier “One of many biggest actors of his era,” in an Instagram submit. “You already know I can spew paragraphs of what his activism represented particularly in a time that his accolades have been occurring through the civil rights period—-but man that is extra of a private mirror due to the bonding his 70s motion pictures did for my household & I. Relaxation In Peace. ??And thanks,” Questlove wrote.
Whoopi Goldberg quoted lyrics from “To Sir, With Love”, the title track from Poitier’s 1967 movie. “If you happen to needed the sky i’d write throughout the sky in letters that may soar a thousand ft excessive..To Sir…with Love,” including “He confirmed us attain for the celebrities.”
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Josh Gad tweeted “Icon. Iconoclast. Barrier Breaker. Pioneer. Hero. Legend. All Time Nice. Goodbye to some of the essential and extraordinary Actors within the historical past of our trade. Thanks for shattering glass ceilings and paving new roads.”
Joseph Gordon-Levitt tweeted: “Sidney Poitier. An absolute legend. One of many greats.” The tweet is accompanied by photographs, together with one among President Barack Obama awarding Poitier the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
Here’s a sampling of different tributes:
It is a huge one. No phrases can describe how your work radically shifted my life. The dignity, normalcy, power, excellence and sheer electrical energy you dropped at your roles confirmed us that we, as Black people, mattered!!! It was an honor… https://t.co/xaPAjAlRtR pic.twitter.com/aqOmRqq7SN
— Viola Davis (@violadavis) January 7, 2022
Sidney was my inspiration, my guiding mild, my pal. Sending like to Joanna and his household. pic.twitter.com/0UzVIyeJZV
— Morgan Freeman (@morgan_freeman) January 7, 2022
When Black males have been suppressed &once we have been overwhelmed by photos that demeaned us, #SidneyPoitier was the person for the occasions,uplifting &enlightening us.When he mentioned, “They name me Mr. Tibbs “, it despatched a message of consciousness &hope world wide.I miss him a lot already. pic.twitter.com/aQbk0ncqdY
— Rev Jesse Jackson Sr (@RevJJackson) January 7, 2022
Via his groundbreaking roles and singular expertise, Sidney Poitier epitomized dignity and charm, revealing the facility of flicks to carry us nearer collectively. He additionally opened doorways for a era of actors. Michelle and I ship our like to his household and legion of followers. pic.twitter.com/zkYKFSxfKA
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) January 7, 2022
“I am on the porch of our little residence on Cat Island within the Bahamas. Night turns the sky a brilliant burnt orange. My mom and father fan the smoke from inexperienced palm leaves. My sister Teddy takes me in her arms to rock me to sleep.”
Relaxation in triumph, Mr. Poitier. Thanks perpetually. pic.twitter.com/j29bDNEqVl
— Ava DuVernay (@ava) January 7, 2022
Former @disney board member Sidney Poitier was essentially the most dignified man I’ve ever met. Towering…light…passionate…daring…variety…altogether particular. pic.twitter.com/1ccPjqabkz
— Robert Iger (@RobertIger) January 7, 2022
Relaxation In Peace, Sidney Poitier. He opened each door and blazed each path for each Again entertainer who adopted him. And he did it with grace. And he knew the battle wasn’t nearly getting onscreen. https://t.co/rA2qqotjm8
— W. Kamau Bell (@wkamaubell) January 7, 2022
Mr. P was every part to me! My North Star and guiding mild. The very personification of class, eloquence, easy grace and humanity, I’ve admired and emulated him my total life. With out Sidney Poitier, fairly merely, there can be no LeVar Burton.#RIP#OG#MrP
— LeVar Burton (@levarburton) January 7, 2022
#RIPSidneyPoitier One among cinema’s biggest main males ever. Riveting to look at. Additionally a superb director and from the couple of occasions I had the distinction of assembly him, a very clever and gracious man. Watch a Poitier film or two this week. https://t.co/CDRGYIWRxH
— Ron Howard (@RealRonHoward) January 7, 2022
The blueprint, the unique, a approach maker. A singular icon who created imaginative and prescient for thus many to dream, together with me. Thanks, Mr. Sidney Poitier. pic.twitter.com/BWirvmDFal
— Uzo Aduba (@UzoAduba) January 7, 2022
Sir #SidneyPoitier, your good mild won’t ever dim. The doorways you opened and paths you created will proceed to make approach for these with a dream. You confirmed the world that with imaginative and prescient and charm, all is feasible.
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— Lenny Kravitz (@LennyKravitz) January 7, 2022
Your excellence will all the time be the benchmark. Relaxation in divine peace, Bahamian King. My love and condolences exit to your stunning household. #SidneyPoitier
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— Lenny Kravitz (@LennyKravitz) January 7, 2022
Because of my uncle, Richard Wesley, I used to be fortunate sufficient to satisfy Sidney Poitier just a few occasions. A gracious, variety, well mannered man who, regardless of being a legend, was all the time approachable. His identify ought to substitute DW Griffith’s in every single place. RIP.
— Cheo Hodari Coker (@cheo_coker) January 7, 2022
All of us believed we may succeed on this trade due to each step he took. With grace, honor, and unparalleled artistry. Now we stroll the street he paved. Thanks, Sidney Poitier. For each little factor.
— LaToya Morgan (@MorganicInk) January 7, 2022
RIP to a real gents, legend, and the primary African-American Academy Award winner for Finest Actor Sidney Poitier. pic.twitter.com/FsKO8nQb7l
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) January 7, 2022
Sidney was extremely proficient, skilled, and so distinguished. I nonetheless watch his motion pictures as we speak like “To Sir, With Love”, “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner”, “They Name me Mr. Tibbs” and one among my favorites, “Within the Warmth of the Evening”.
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) January 7, 2022
An important pal, I realized quite a bit from watching Sidney and the way he carried himself with such grace and sophistication. Could he relaxation in peace. Cookie and I ship our prayers to all the Poitier household! pic.twitter.com/Et0AhWMCUR
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) January 7, 2022
By no means met Sidney Poitier, however I noticed him in particular person precisely as soon as. In 2005.
Ready on the gate of a flight again from Salt Lake Metropolis after attending Sundance to assist his daughter, who was within the movie 9 Lives.
It was as if a God descended from the firmament stood earlier than me.
— Franklin Leonard (@franklinleonard) January 7, 2022
So unhappy to learn of the passing of Sidney Poitier. Thanks for gracing us along with your brilliance. RIP pic.twitter.com/KQjJdKAw1p
— Marlee Matlin (@MarleeMatlin) January 7, 2022
Trailblazer. Icon. Expertise.
Relaxation In Peace & Energy, sir. And thanks. ? #sidneypoitier pic.twitter.com/7nYi6N02c3
— Steven Canals (@StevenCanals) January 7, 2022
Sidney Poitier…Now greater than ever. Relaxation In Energy?? https://t.co/mQTVWH59cn
— Ellen Barkin (@EllenBarkin) January 7, 2022
Devastated to lose the towering Sidney Poitier. Possibly the nicest, most right down to earth legends I’ve ever recognized. My prayers to his household.
— Rob Lowe (@RobLowe) January 7, 2022
RIP Sidney Poitier. One among my favourite actors & and an absolute trailblazer. “In The Warmth of the Evening,” “To Sir, With Love, “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner?”… the listing goes on. Movies that challenged race & the place this good actor was entrance & heart. He was a present.
— Hari Kondabolu (@harikondabolu) January 7, 2022
God what a chilled spirit, an iconic artist and one among my favourite actors. Grateful he blessed us together with his presence. #SidneyPoitier #Tosirwithlove pic.twitter.com/GaGtKp9tu3
— Tika Sumpter (@iamtikasumpter) January 7, 2022
Sidney Poitier – better of the very best RIP pic.twitter.com/QEDLmfaHIH
— Mia Farrow (@MiaFarrow) January 7, 2022
RIP Sidney Poitier. Thanks for being so variety, for each door you broke down and each slap you gave in return. #RIPSidneyPoitier #TheyCallHimMISTERTibbs???
— Anika Noni Rose (@AnikaNoniRose) January 7, 2022
I as soon as had the distinction to shake Sidney Poitier’s hand. Could he Relaxation in Energy figuring out he was beloved and trailblazer in our trade who lit up the display together with his expertise. ? pic.twitter.com/LZixjXUAJW
— Cary Elwes (@Cary_Elwes) January 7, 2022
Sidney Poitier may convey extra with a single look than most actors may with a soliloquy. A examine within the energy. of stillness, his presence will probably be felt lengthy after his passing. RIP
— Michael Chiklis (@MichaelChiklis) January 7, 2022
Absolute legend. A towering artist, a monumental and heartbreaking loss. Relaxation In Peace. https://t.co/3UiOzbS5ut
— Mike Flanagan (@flanaganfilm) January 7, 2022
It is a monumental loss. Sidney Poitier is sort of actually the rationale why I needed to grow to be an artist. Nearly everybody I do know has heard in regards to the time I met him and embarrassed myself. There are only a few those who I quake within the presence of. Relaxation simple, GOAT. #sidneypoitier pic.twitter.com/RCQX6NYFQP
— Keith Powell (@KeithPowell) January 7, 2022
You don’t all the time get to satisfy your heroes, however I had the profound privilege to spend time with #SidneyPoitier after practically a era of idolizing him. There was no extra humble, swish, considerate man – a lot expertise – actor, director, humanitarian. Such a loss. #RestInPower pic.twitter.com/GYloSvDr0O
— Paris Barclay (@Harparbar) January 7, 2022
He as soon as caught me following him. He mentioned “little woman what would you like” I muttered “can I’ve your autograph”. From that day he all the time referred to as me little woman and requested if I needed his autograph. It was one thing we laughed about. He was my hero & nice pal. Could he RIP ❤️. https://t.co/yQhuiDCZse
— Dionne Warwick (@dionnewarwick) January 7, 2022
One of many final tales George Segal ever informed me was about his friendship with Sidney Poitier. Hope they’re having a helluva time on the opposite aspect! https://t.co/NzzY6tpP27
— Wendi McLendon-Covey (@wendimclendonco) January 7, 2022
Relaxation in greatness #sidneypoitier and thanks for opening so many many doorways????? pic.twitter.com/0P3T4lPgv8
— Adrian Martinez (@tasteofadrian) January 7, 2022
On the peak of his stardom Sidney Poitier used his energy to make his most uncommon movie – 1970’s below appreciated “Brother John” wherein he performs an enigmatic character who some assume will be the angel of dying. On today as we keep in mind him – this film is value rediscovering pic.twitter.com/lpX47JW8Le
— Larry Karaszewski (@Karaszewski) January 7, 2022
Sidney Poitier ? pic.twitter.com/otVjSFHaw8
— Oprah Winfrey (@Oprah) January 7, 2022
Guess Who’s Coming To Dinner, The Defiant Ones, In The Warmth Of The Evening, so many nice performances. However the Sidney Poitier film I’ve seen over 20 occasions is SNEAKERS. That film is so rattling enjoyable.
“Did I ever inform you why I needed to depart the CIA? My mood.” pic.twitter.com/R0YausZ7vw— Christopher Miller (@chrizmillr) January 7, 2022
You have been an extremely stunning, variety soul who modified the lives of so many, and a hero to all. The world was a a lot better place since you have been in it, and we’ll miss you. RIP expensive #SidneyPoitier ???
— Billy Dee Williams (@realbdw) January 7, 2022
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— PUBLIC ENEMY (@PublicEnemyFTP) January 7, 2022
Perpetually grateful for the paths you blazed that permit myself and others to dwell our goals. Thanks King. Relaxation in Energy. #SidneyPoitier pic.twitter.com/Zu3aOK5ABS
— Will Packer (@willpowerpacker) January 7, 2022
On 8/12/09, Sidney Poitier, the first Black man to win the Finest Actor Oscar, & I obtained the Presidential Medal of Freedom from President @BarackObama.
He was a trailblazer in appearing & directing & paved the best way for a lot of to observe.
Relaxation In Peace. https://t.co/NKX8I70eYD
— Billie Jean King (@BillieJeanKing) January 7, 2022
“If I’ve seen additional, it’s by standing on the shoulders of giants.” — Isaac Newton
Sidney was a titan who stood tall and made superb room for all who adopted. Relaxation in everlasting unflagging energy, Sidney Poitier. pic.twitter.com/VDzjvH7cLf
— Aisha Tyler (@aishatyler) January 7, 2022
We have been all so fortunate to share a tradition with Sidney Poitier, and profit from his hand in shaping it. pic.twitter.com/bJaQYFCI1u
— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) January 7, 2022
94 years. Gloriously properly completed. A compass for my inventive soul, a perpetually inspiration, an igniter of my dedication to dream. Like to the household, buddies and all whom the eternal legacy of #SidneyPoitier will mild a path of constant artistry, authenticity, and activism?? pic.twitter.com/oY3rkz52QX
— Aisha Hinds (@AishaHinds) January 7, 2022
Instantly dispelling the perverted, obscene, and misinformed notion of white supremacy in each superbly human, inventive and dignified approach = Sidney Poitier. https://t.co/aU4ptHBKCx
— Mark Ruffalo (@MarkRuffalo) January 7, 2022
To: Sir, with Love?♥️ pic.twitter.com/sohw7PfYrJ
— Anita Baker (@IAMANITABAKER) January 7, 2022
Sidney Poitier was filled with grace in each side of his life .. He opened doorways with a BOOM that got here from his light soul RIP ..
— Henry Winkler (@hwinkler4real) January 7, 2022
OMG.. I discover it laborious to specific my grief over the information of the passing of #SidneyPoitier ..He was the some of the revered authentic pillars of black pleasure in America. He epitomized the portrait of the person that each black man needed to be, each black.. https://t.co/8flPDIEdDT pic.twitter.com/ZLqyL1v9bl
— Gloria Gaynor (@gloriagaynor) January 7, 2022
“I believe the best way I need to assume. I dwell the best way I need to dwell.” ~ Sidney Poitier ?
… and he did simply that. ?? pic.twitter.com/Wd5R5FSIwP
— Sydelle Noel (@sydelle_noel) January 7, 2022
Sidney Poitier was every part. A consummate, highly effective actor. A person of grace and innate dignity. A frontrunner and a groundbreaker. and mild soul. I cherish his work . Sympathy and peace to his household and family members. #RIPSidneyPoitier
— jason alexander (@IJasonAlexander) January 7, 2022
So lengthy to the groundbreaking titan, Sidney Poitier pic.twitter.com/3YmpPa699U
— Elijah Wooden (@elijahwood) January 7, 2022
If you happen to needed the sky i’d write throughout the sky in letters that may soar a thousand ft excessive..
To Sir… with Love
Sir Sidney Poitier R.I.P.
He confirmed us attain for the celebrities— Whoopi Goldberg (@WhoopiGoldberg) January 7, 2022
Sidney Poitier. An absolute legend. One of many greats. pic.twitter.com/jd2Xd7vmIJ
— Joseph Gordon-Levitt (@hitRECordJoe) January 7, 2022
?️I had the distinction of assembly #SidneyPoitier. And past his appearing, this picture captures what folks also needs to keep in mind–his activism in civil & human rights. He might be one other nice inspiration for civic engagement this yr, particularly to #Vote @ the fed, state & native ranges. https://t.co/WadQ26Bmh4
— Charles Burnett (@1CharlesBurnett) January 7, 2022
Icon. Iconoclast. Barrier breaker. Pioneer. Hero. Legend. All time nice. Goodbye to some of the essential and extraordinary Actors within the historical past of our trade. Thanks for shattering glass ceilings and paving new roads. #ripsydneypoitier pic.twitter.com/Kz9JdWaAI5
— Josh Gad (@joshgad) January 7, 2022
Sidney Poitier. What a landmark actor. One among a form. What a phenomenal, gracious, heat, genuinely regal man. RIP, Sir. With love.
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— Jeffrey Wright (@jfreewright) January 7, 2022
Sidney Poitier was nice in every part he did, however for this child, his charming, exasperated efficiency in Sneakers might be how I am going to all the time keep in mind him finest.
— Gennifer Hutchison (@GennHutchison) January 7, 2022
“You don’t need to grow to be one thing you’re to not be higher than you have been.”
― Sidney Poitier, The Measure of a Man— Nancy Sinatra (@NancySinatra) January 7, 2022
Sidney Poitier bore a duty no different actor of his period needed to carry. He didn’t select to signify all Black males, however as the only Black main man in a enterprise uncomfortable with a couple of, such was his lot. Nonetheless, he delivered nuance, appeal, & honesty to every position.
— Ben Mankiewicz (@BenMank77) January 7, 2022
I used to be in Paris with my pal Paul 25 years in the past & he left a message for Sydney Pollack at his resort. The subsequent day his telephone rang. It was Sidney Poitier! The resort had delivered the message to the improper Sidney, and he CALLED HIM BACK! Paul was thrilled! “He was SO good,” he mentioned.
— Jennifer Tilly (@JenniferTilly) January 7, 2022
Sidney Poitier, my childhood idol, lifelong inspiration & star of a few of my favorite movies…
Perpetually your fan & admirer…
Relaxation In Peace ? pic.twitter.com/tN3pXKxt3W— Anil Kapoor (@AnilKapoor) January 7, 2022
RIP Sidney Poitier. One of many biggest actors of all time. His “In The Warmth Of The Evening” will all the time be on my high 10 movie listing. His line, “They name me Mr. Tibbs!” heralded in Black Energy in a definitive, everlasting approach. It sends a thrill by my bones each time I see it.
— Stevie Van Zandt (@StevieVanZandt) January 7, 2022
TO SIR WITH LOVE, 1 & 2.
My total childhood holidays i’d be obsessive about this movie. Ofcourse thats when i found Him and went onto watch the others. #SidneyPoitier #legend— Ali Fazal M / میر علی فضل / अली (@alifazal9) January 7, 2022
If I owned a theater like #QuentinTarantino does, listed below are the flicks I might be enjoying this week. In honor of 1 movies finest actors Sidney Poitier. pic.twitter.com/c6aQzMUXlv
— Jon Cassar (@joncassar) January 7, 2022
RIP Sidney Poitier, 94.
When he answered an advert for actors, as an illiterate younger man, the theatre proprietor sneered: ‘Go be a dishwasher.’
Sidney already was a dishwasher.
Stung by the jibe, he vowed to show him improper.
He grew to become the primary black man to win the Finest Actor Oscar. pic.twitter.com/JNpBWi8nwk— Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) January 7, 2022
“Oh, I noticed it.” The butler noticed it and we noticed it too. Thanks Sir Sidney Poitier, properly completed. Fly excessive! pic.twitter.com/GeqRx3rXx4
— ??Aida ??Rodriguez ? (@FunnyAida) January 7, 2022
What a thrill it was to satisfy the legendary actor Sidney Poitier.. he made us all really feel proud and was an inspiration to us in an trade that at occasions couldn’t be welcoming.. thanks Mr. Poitier relaxation properly. pic.twitter.com/EI6hRljryn
— Loni Love (@LoniLove) January 7, 2022
See you on the opposite aspect my hero ?? RIP Sidney Poitier ?? pic.twitter.com/wbh1rxpjSs
— Kevin Miles (@1KevinMiles) January 7, 2022
Coronary heart is aching. ?Sir Sidney Poitier was not only a nice actor. He was a beautiful human being and really essentially the most elegant man I ever met in my life.
Relaxation Effectively Expensive Brother… #ToSirWithLove pic.twitter.com/FpU2g1TeAC— Star Jones (@StarJonesEsq) January 7, 2022
“There’s a sure immortality concerned in theater, not created by monuments and books, however by the information an actor retains to his dying day that on a sure afternoon, in an empty and dusty theater, he solid the shadow of a being that was not himself……..” pic.twitter.com/lVsvO5t3CJ
— Wendell Pierce (@WendellPierce) January 7, 2022
Thanks for paving the best way, #SidneyPoitier. We’ll proceed to cherish and honor the artwork you dropped at the world. Relaxation in peace ❤️. pic.twitter.com/m9RAK5CGsd
— Tamron Corridor Present (@TamronHallShow) January 7, 2022
We take part mourning the passing of 1995 #KCHonors recipient #SidneyPoitier, whose charismatic performances and clever navigation of an unwelcoming trade blazed a path for Black actors and filmmakers. pic.twitter.com/0fQqf0BHFt
— The Kennedy Heart (@kencen) January 7, 2022
Relaxation In Peace to the trailblazing icon, #SidneyPoitier. A legend. Thanks for opening doorways and breaking boundaries for thus many. ??? pic.twitter.com/4iro5MDaIn
— ALLBLK (@watchallblk) January 7, 2022
Sidney Poitier will perpetually stand on the very basis of the American Movie Institute – and the artwork type itself. Artist and activist – a pacesetter and a light-weight – he was and can stay an inspiration to all who dream of a higher tomorrow. pic.twitter.com/Jxtan6safA
— AFI (@AmericanFilm) January 7, 2022
Farewell to the one and solely Sidney Poitier – actor, activist, creator + the primary Black man ever to win Finest Actor. Poitier’s trailblazing profession spanned seven a long time, together with A RAISIN IN THE SUN, LILIES OF THE FIELD + rather more.
Thanks for all you shared with us, Sidney. pic.twitter.com/A1bF7SRl0c
— The Black Checklist (@theblcklst) January 7, 2022
R.I.P. to the legendary actor Sidney Poitier. Your affect on the world of cinema is indelible. pic.twitter.com/mWNHwcVpyG
— Film4 (@Film4) January 7, 2022
Sidney Poitier was a legend of stage and display. He’ll perpetually be remembered for originating the position of Walter in A Raisin within the Solar on Broadway. A fierce advocate for justice, he had a huge effect on Black illustration in mainstream tradition. Fairness mourns his passing. https://t.co/xeTa8kTazD
— Actors’ Fairness (@ActorsEquity) January 7, 2022
A serious film star from Hollywood’s Golden Age, Sidney Poitier was a trailblazer.
On either side of the digital camera, Poitier broke boundaries and opened doorways for Black actors, working tirelessly to advance illustration and fairness in our trade.
We’re grateful for his legacy. pic.twitter.com/jdYDTRDG6l
— Movement Image Affiliation (@motionpictures) January 7, 2022
We’re deeply saddened by the lack of Sir Sidney Poitier. He was an unbelievable expertise who starred in lots of MGM movies, together with The Defiant Ones, Paris Blues, & his Oscar successful efficiency in Lilies Of The Subject. We ship our condolences to his household & followers world wide pic.twitter.com/vYJrwP3m6Q
— MGM Studios (@mgmstudios) January 7, 2022
We’re heartbroken on the passing of groundbreaking actor, filmmaker, & civil rights activist Sidney Poitier. Poitier made historical past as the first Black man to win a Finest Actor Oscar, paving the best way for generations of African American performers. pic.twitter.com/CvUmmxsvPa
— TCM (@tcm) January 7, 2022
We mourn the passing of thirty sixth SAG Life Achievement recipient Sidney Poitier. He strove to make the world a greater place and understood that the artwork he created impacted the tradition at giant. We as a neighborhood of artists are poorer for having misplaced him. #sagaftramember since 1949 pic.twitter.com/HtfCJeWXg5
— SAG-AFTRA (@sagaftra) January 7, 2022
“If I am remembered for having completed just a few good issues and if my presence right here has sparked some good energies … that is loads.” – Sidney Poitierhttps://t.co/g21UR7nw8g
— NAACP (@NAACP) January 7, 2022
Relaxation in peace: legendary actor, director, and diplomat Sidney Poitier. pic.twitter.com/l3jkPrt1Vv
— American Masters (@PBSAmerMasters) January 7, 2022
“If I’m remembered for having completed just a few good issues, and if my presence right here has sparked some good energies, that’s loads.”
Relaxation In Peace Sidney Poitier, the primary Black man to win the Academy Award for Finest Actor. The Hollywood legend was 94 ? pic.twitter.com/ss8jQk9zS0
— Tribeca (@Tribeca) January 7, 2022
We mourn the passing of display legend Sidney Poitier, who was a real icon each for his acclaimed cinematic performances and for his passionate activism. His craft broke down boundaries whereas entertaining and shifting audiences world wide. pic.twitter.com/wlZgkMOxDd
— Sony Photos (@SonyPictures) January 7, 2022
Actor. Director. Trailblazer.
Thanks, Sidney Poitier, for gracing us along with your infinite expertise and easy appeal. pic.twitter.com/f0CqkSGSqv
— NetflixFilm (@NetflixFilm) January 7, 2022
R.I.P. Sidney Poitier (1927-2022).
We’re proud to have a collection of movies from throughout his profession in our library, together with LILLIES OF THE FIELD (1963), for which he gained the Academy Award® for Finest Actor. https://t.co/gZKjWqdYSj pic.twitter.com/QHlVA7Gtib
— Kino Lorber (@KinoLorber) January 7, 2022
We ship our condolences to the family and friends of Sir Sidney Poitier – a display legend, the primary Black actor to win a BAFTA in 1959 and recipient of our highest honour, the Fellowship. Learn extra about his outstanding profession and achievements: https://t.co/lUOq2olcu8 pic.twitter.com/ut9Dxrxe38
— BAFTA (@BAFTA) January 7, 2022
Relaxation Straightforward, Sidney Poitier.
The primary Black and Bahamian man to win the Academy Award for Finest Actor. pic.twitter.com/vghortKcLy
— Prime Video (@PrimeVideo) January 7, 2022
An icon, legend and recreation changer.
We’re deeply saddened by the passing of Sidney Poitier. A really one among a form actor and the primary black star to win the Finest Actor Oscar. pic.twitter.com/K9EDb1Nk3r
— StudiocanalUK (@StudiocanalUK) January 7, 2022
We’re deeply saddened to listen to that the incomparable Sidney Poitier has handed away on the age of 94. A transformative cultural icon, he regularly cast new paths to grow to be one of many biggest actors to ever grace the stage and display. pic.twitter.com/4L8ybOOsQK
— Criterion Assortment (@Criterion) January 7, 2022
“I would like folks to really feel after they depart the theater that life and human beings are worthwhile— That’s my solely philosophy in regards to the footage I do.” Sidney Poitier 1927-2022 pic.twitter.com/GrR0u4Fav4
— Cinespia (@cinespia) January 7, 2022