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TODAY’S CLUE: V = A
ANSWER: “I’D SEEN MY FATHER. HE WAS A POOR MAN, AND I WATCHED HIM DO ASTONISHING THINGS … HE NEVER LOST HIS DIGNITY.” — SIDNEY POITIER
Sidney Poitier
February 20, 1927 – January 6, 2022 • aged 94 • Actor, Director & Diplomat
Overview
Sidney Poitier was a Bahamian-American actor, director, and diplomat whose groundbreaking career transformed Hollywood and helped break racial barriers in film.
Historic Achievement
In 1964, Poitier became the first Black man to win the Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance in Lilies of the Field.
Notable Films
He starred in acclaimed films including Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner, In the Heat of the Night, To Sir, with Love, and Lilies of the Field.
Beyond Acting
Poitier also directed successful films, wrote bestselling books, and served as the Bahamas’ ambassador to Japan and UNESCO.
Honors
Throughout his career, Poitier received numerous honors, including an Honorary Academy Award and the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
Legacy
Sidney Poitier remains one of the most influential figures in film history, remembered for his extraordinary talent, dignity, and lasting impact on equality in the entertainment industry.
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