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A Bahamian-American actor, Sidney Poitier is a pioneer in the film industry and was the first African American to win an Academy Award for Best Actor. He is known for his roles in 'Guess Who's Coming to Dinner' and 'Lilies of the Field.'
Born February 20, 1927 (age 99)
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Sidney Poitier is a Bahamian-American actor, film director, and diplomat. Born in Miami on February 20, 1927, he grew up in the Bahamas before relocating to New York to pursue acting. Poitier made his film debut in 1950 and became the first Black man to win the Academy Award for Best Actor, which he received in 1964 for his role in 'Lilies of the Field.' He starred in 'Guess Who's Coming to Dinner' (1967) and 'In the Heat of the Night' (1967), both significant roles in American cinema. Beyond acting, Poitier directed films including 'Stir Crazy' (1980) and 'Fast Forward' (1985). He later served as ambassador to Japan and the Bahamas. Poitier received the Golden Globe Award and multiple Emmy nominations throughout his career. In 2002, he was awarded an Honorary Academy Award for his lifetime of achievement in film.
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Sidney Poitier at a glance
- Born
- February 20, 1927, Miami
- Height
- 6'2" (189 cm)
- Active since
- 1943
- Known for
- Film actor, Film director, Diplomat, Autobiographer
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