Movies
Morgan Freeman, Viola Davis and former President Obama are among the many saluting the legacy of pioneering actor Sidney Poitier, who has died at 94.
Jan. 7, 2022
Letters to the Editor
A reader recalls an anxious moment at a country club when Sidney Poitier extended his hand to him and made him feel welcome.
Jan. 10, 2022
From ‘A Raisin in the Sun’ to ‘Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner’ to ‘To Sir, With Love,’ here’s where to stream some of Sidney Poitier’s most acclaimed movies.
Entertainment & Arts
The late actor will be remembered for his prodigious film legacy, but Poitier’s contributions to theater should not go unforgotten.
Looking back at the night in 2002 when Sidney Poitier and Denzel Washington shared an unforgettable moment in Oscars history.
A tribute to Sidney Poitier, with love.
Jan. 8, 2022
The Oprah Winfrey-produced documentary “Sidney,” about the groundbreaking actor-director-activist, begs for a deeper exploration of Poitier’s life.
Sept. 22, 2022
The director, who worked with Sidney Poitier on ‘Sneakers,’ shares memories of the Hollywood legend.
Reporter Greg Braxton recalls the nerves, awe and finally calm that accompanied an interview with Sidney Poitier in 2000. Poitier died Thursday at 94.
Obituaries
Sidney Poitier, who made history as the first Black man to win an Oscar for lead actor and who starred in ‘Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner,’ has died.