"They call me Mr. Tibbs!"

Rest in eternal peace. You were a class act who left an enormous legacy

He opened the door for all to pass through. Massive achievement in American culture.

When l was a little boy, my mother would make me and my brothers watch his movies when they were on. She’d tell us: - “See there, now that’s how a black man is supposed to act! Like he got some sense! Y’all better remember this!” - l did in time! As a black child growing up in 1960’s Deep South Mississippi, l vividly recall my mother talking about “In The Heat Of The Night” and the scene in which Sidney slaps the bigoted plantation owner after getting slapped first. I didn’t understand it all until I’d personally gone through racial discrimination and fights and saw the movie as an adult. Then l called my mom saying: “Mama, I fully understand now.” She knew what l was talking about. Seeing a man with a 70 year career and NO MAJOR scandals in Hollywood in his life is unheard of! He demanded respect and got it! What a great black man!!!!! Rest well, Sidney….😔🕊

He was sooo handsome

Renaissance man indeed ...in the history books forever * RIP Sir Sydney Poiter 🙏🎭🌹❣

The truest and best leading man in the history of the arts. Bless you Sidney Poitier. RIP Sir.

He really got his flowers while he was here. So happy for him. A life well lived for sure. Rest Easy Sir Sidney.

RIP to this elegant man

Chaka was PURE POWER! Gerald was PURE FIRE! James was PURE SOUL! Lou was PURE FORCE! And my Natalie was PURE ELEGANCE for the song that's probably MOST identified with him.

I have looked high and low for this speech and had the year off! Sir Poitier’s statement “dreams are as valid as he/I was prepared to make them” has been my driving force! 21 years later, still poignant.

He definitely was given his flowers. A Gentle Giant RIP Mr. Poitier. Condolences to his family!

I love Sidney Poitier movies 👍🏿

Beautifully done. He was given his flowers when he was able to enjoy the aroma. Much respect.

Sidney Portier one of the greatest black actor in this world. He has inspired today young and old black actors of today. God bless you and thank you for your amazing support and talent Thank you again

To be loved in body and spirit. You are worth it Sir.

Crazy watching this in ‘23 and seeing how many of these legends are no longer with us. RIP beautiful people 🕊️

Just the best black artist in the world. Nothing compares to him

Beautiful speech about NAACP. WE thank you NAACP keep up the good work 👏🏿 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿. Rest in Peace , great Sidney Poitier

The world embraced this man. What class.

This is such a touching well deserved tribute to one of the greatest actor, humanitarian and activist whose legacy shows his excellence in all aspects of human life. The world is saddened by this loss.

WHAT A PURPOSEFUL AND GIANT TRIBUTE! WELL DONE NAACP. THESE FLOWERS WERE SWEET INDEED!!!!

RIP Julian Bond you will not go forgotten RIP Sidney Poitier Great Actor till we meet on the otherside two Civil Rights Icons ❤

So many of these beautiful souls have now passed on. Sir you join stellar stars, some who have gone too soon. May your souls all rest in peace. Amen and Amen ❤

Special moments ! God bless us !

It is so so so touching, Sydney Poitier will always be remembered

A Great Actor period! Not just Black! PERIOD!!🤨

RIP MR PORTIER💜 so many great talents in this video that are no longer with us. RIP to them All.

A true measure of a man, Rise in Power❤️💯💯💯

A touching and heart warming tribute cheers 🥂 .A tremendous thank you to an amazing soul such class ,dignity elegance and grace

Rest in peace. You are a source of inspiration. Thank for ur humility

Thank you for the opportunity to watch your movies. GIVING encouraging hope to continue.

Watched "In the Heat" last night. RIP Sidney

I become stronger every time I watch this. Thank u papa poitier

WOW!!!!😃 What A "Honarable"!!!!❤❤❤🍷🍷 Evening!!!🍾🍾🍾🍾

Thanks for sharing this 💓💕👬🌻🌹🌎🌍🌏💋😏😏😏😏😏😏😏❤😎☝The One and only unconditional 😍

A remarkable man ❤️⭐️

A man that I have Always had Respect for.

He had a marvelous, life changing life, change perception of blacks, made us proud, open doors on all fields. What a sad loss. RIP😔😔😔😔

Fly with the angels Sir. Gone but not forgotten. Forever etched in my heart❤❤❤

My prayers and condolences to the Poitier family. Sidney was a trailblazer and motivater to all of us. Rest in eternal peace my brother.

Started watching his film in 70s, when was in primary sch. Have watched TO SIR WITH LOVE. Don't understand a word, will asked my sister to told me all about the film over and over again. Luv him, thank u sir for been my inspiration, thank u sir. RIP with all my luv from 🇳🇬

Such Elegance, And Grace. MR Poiter!❤

His example of dignity off screen is more important than the roles he played on screen. The REALITY of his LIFE WELL-LIVED over-powers all he portrayed in make-believe. May both legacies last into the ages of the unseen, unformed, distant future. There will never be another Sidney Poitier. ❤️👏🎭🙍🏽‍♂️

I'm sure Lulu would have been happy to attend if she had been invited.

Incredible 💜 👏 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

Sir Sidney Potier was and will always be the best actor in the world and for all times🇬🇾

What a glorious tribute to a remarkable man who paved the way…….inspiring speech!!

RIP SIDNEY RIP LOU RAWLS RIP NATALIE COLE RIP GERALD LEVERT RIP JAMES INGRAM I WILL ALWAYS APPRECIATE Y'ALL TALENTS

So lovely time of celebration Mr Poitier life and his story, 🙏🏻🥇💐

He always showed gratitude 🙏

Respectfully, Sir Sidney's influence reaches far beyond the borders of America. He was a global force of nature. As a boy in London in the 80s I used to break into tears at the end of Lilies of The Field as he wandered out of the house, into the night, got in his car and drove out of my little life. I was always so sad to see him go. Rest In Peace Sidney. I love you and thank you so much.

God bless América ! This time now !

Chaka Khan did a great job with “I Love You Porgy” ♥️

Great tribute!❤ RIP Legendary Sidney Poitier! Thanks for your many talents and activism!

A beautiman man, with a heart and soul to match, the worlds great loss is heavens gain. Rest in peace at Gods right hand Sydney 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕

I am not black, but every time I see a film in which Mr Poitier was in, I do not see a black man, but a very good actor, handsome too. In the heat of the Night was one of my favourate film. In his interviews, I do not hear any self pity or any entlements. He was just outstanding!! May he RIP, he will be missed by all.

Thanks for reminding me of the good old days.

2021... Please keep Chaka safe! All of the singers on this are gone today.... Had a little tear :-( :-(

A very great tribute well-deserved

It breaks my heart he.s gone. I loved him.

Just 🥺🥺🥺

He was a great actor, I remember watching his movies, he also presented himself with dignity and class ,he set a good example for all people, he will be truly missed, rip sir. and thank you for the example you set as a great man and inspiration!

What a Legend....You will be missed....RIP Sir!

Forgive this off candor remark : His wife "appreciated" LEVERT! Lord, Natalie ..We miss YOU!! Just saw your bio movie! It was amazing. Had seen portions of it before it seems!❤️❤️❤️ LOU and Levert, Ingram ,all of you beautiful guys...missed!! EVERYBODY still here ..take it slow... THE AUDIENCE HAD DIGNITARIES AND GREAT ACTORS GALORE!!!

I just love him forever ! 😍❤️🙏

Mr Poitier was a class act and a true human being . Like Muhammad Ali this man could knock an anyones door and he would be welcomed in their homes.

for me, I cried when I heard he died....thats how important he was to this black man.

I'm breatess ,in tears , ty ,I missed this, incredible show of love 4 1 one of a kind man!! No one could compare!! From first memories of movies and family, imagine what waits 4 us in heaven!!! Tytyty!!!

ATÉ HOJE ,SOU COMPLETAMENTE APAIXONADA POR ESTE GEANDE ATOR. FAN DO RIO DE JANEIRO BRAZIL

R.I.P To A Great Actor Director Sidney Poitier, Still Miss You Always 😢

Thank you for giving this well deserved honor to this legend of a man NAACP while he was still here with us. RIP Sir Sidney Poitier and thank you .. new subscriber

It us such a joy listening to the beautiful human being ❤

With a heavy heart it's a shame we have lost so much when people like sidney poitier have left this world people like him don't come around to often rip sir Sidney ❤. 19:19

I tkink all word are over, because hi said all by himself, hi is marbello, hi is him God blessing thank you for the opportunity, my respectfl for ever and ever.Karla

God richly bless your soul!

A complete treasure and a real human being

Chaka sounds somewhat like "LADY DAY" on this presentation and Chaka Khan!!!! Chaka did not play with this AT ALL!!!!

Great Tribute I had to keep rewinding Chaka Khan’s part!

I can't get enough

You brought us joy over a lifetime. Hope you find it wherever you are resting.

THANKYOU, MR. POITIER!

🇺🇸🙏 what a man!!

THX FOR POSTING THIS N 2 OF MY FRIENDS THANK YOU!!!🎉🎊🎉❤️ BRH

Heaven is for Heroes, R.I.P.

So timely to see this..RIP Mr. Poitier

God bless your spirit..may your soul rest in peace

WOW AMAZING

Where is The Brick Layer Movie mention? Have not seen all of this post!❤️❤️❤️

Wow...🤗🤗

9:34 who is this guy? I've been living under a rock! I'm getting Teddy Pendergrass vibes. Sidney was an amazing human being who taught us, we ALL matter 🙏👏

What is the title of the book they were reading here? Please.

The man . 2:29

Just notice Chaka Khan and Nicki Minaj look alike. 10:42