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http://www.suite101.com/article.cfm/biographies/47108
There is an article link that a little bit about his childhood that was probably in the book that they mention in the article called The Long Journey.
It seems his childhood was spent in abject poverty and grew up in troubling times. He had a big family of ten and got into trouble alot in his teens. He faced racism when he came to America and had to work menial jobs.
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What is Sidney poitier daughters name?
His wife was Juanita Hardy but now Juanita Poitier.
What is Sidney Poitier's birthday?
Sidney Poitier was born on February 20, 1927.
How did Sidney poitierbecame an acter?
what inspired Sidney Poitier to be an actor
Is Sidney poitier married?
No information has been released indicating that Sidney Poitier is sick. As of March 2014, Sidney is 87 years old and was recently seen presenting the Oscar for Best Director at this years Academy Awards.
What type of of education did Sidney Poitier get?
Poitier got a formal education of how it was back in his time but he barley studied or did the work
What is Sidney poitier daughters name?
His wife was Juanita Hardy but now Juanita Poitier.
How did Sidney Poitier die?
As of December 2011, Sidney Poitier is still living.
Was Sidney poitier a slave?
No, Sidney Poitier was not a slave. He was a Bahamian-American actor, film director, and author who became the first Black actor to win an Academy Award for Best Actor.
What is Sidney Poitier's birthday?
Sidney Poitier was born on February 20, 1927.
Is damion poitier related to Sidney poitier?
no.
How tall is Sidney Poitier?
Sidney Poitier's height is 6' 2½" (1.89 m.
What has the author Sidney Poitier written?
Sidney Poitier has written: 'This life' -- subject(s): Actors, Biography
How did Sidney poitierbecame an acter?
what inspired Sidney Poitier to be an actor
What is Sidney Poitier famous for?
performer
What did Sidney poitier invent?
nothing
What are Sidney Poitier films?
See the related link below for Sidney Poitier's IMDb entry which lists all of his movie appearences.
Did Sidney Poitier go to school?
Yes, Sidney Poitier attended school in the Bahamas before moving to the United States and serving in the army. He did not have any formal acting training but began his acting career after being discovered in a theater.
