Essence

Sidney Poitier's Family Details Plans For His Memorial Service

The world lost a legend with the passing of Sidney Poitier on January 6. Since news of the trailblazing actor’s passing broke, there has been an outpouring of final respects, well-wishes, and support ...
Sun Sentinel

Sylvia Poitier funeral expected to draw who’s who of political leaders, past and present

The outspoken child who worked the field picking beans and peppers went on to blaze a trail in the world of local politics, making history as Broward’s first Black county commissioner. Sylvia Poitier, ...
The Grio

Sidney Poitier’s family to arrange private memorial service due to COVID-19

Sidney Poitier’s family has arranged a private memorial service for the late actor due to COVID-19. Acting legend Poitier passed away early this year in his Beverly Hills home, theGrio reported. Last ...
Yardbarker

Tributes pour out for Sidney Poitier after news of his death at 94

Sidney Poitier died at 94 years old, press secretary for the deputy prime minister of the Bahamas confirmed Friday, according to such outlets as People and The Hollywood Reporter. Bahamas Prime ...
People

Sidney Poitier Honored by 'To Sir, with Love' Costar Lulu: 'My Friend, My Teacher, My Inspiration'

Sidney Poitier and Lulu both starred in the popular 1967 film Lulu Kennedy-Cairns paid homage to the late Sidney Poitier, who was her costar in the 1967 British drama film To Sir, with Love. Lulu, who ...