Poitier

[ pwah-tyey, pwah-tyey ]

noun

1. Sidney, 1927–2022, U.S. actor and director.

Example Sentences

“Sidney Poitier and I were the only ones out there,” said Jones, who scored several films starring Poitier, a close friend.

From Los Angeles Times

The first one I had was for a guest of honor named Sidney Poitier.

From Los Angeles Times

He later received an Oscar nomination for his performance in the film version, only the second black actor following Sidney Poitier to be so honoured.

From BBC

I would tell you that my mentor, who's passed away, is the great Sidney Poitier.

From Salon

In 1967, she not only starred opposite Sidney Poitier in To Sir With Love, but sang the theme song, which topped the US charts, making her the first Scottish solo act to do so.

From BBC