Barack Obama Pays Tribute To Sidney Poitier: “Epitomized Dignity And Grace”

Sir Sidney Poitier's memorial service will be held privately.In a statement shared with  Friday, the late actor's family announced that due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Poitier's memorial service will be a private, family affair.«The Poitier family so appreciates the wonderful outpouring of love, support and affection for Sidney,» the statement began. «There have been many inquiries about an event to honor his life.

literally chuckling and, with a smug grin. said he straight up would absolutely let Trump appoint a SCOTUS justice if someone died during an election year. Which, of course he did, rushing through Amy Coney Barrett’s confirmation just 8 days before the 2020 election, after Ruth Bader Ginsberg died.

Michelle Obama has shared a heartfelt tribute to her good friend and former stylist, André Leon Talley, following his death on Tuesday.MORE: Deborah Roberts shares emotional tribute following André Leon Talley's deathThe former FLOTUS worked closely with André, who previously worked as a stylist for her and Barack Obama.Taking to Twitter, Michelle shared a poignant photo of the late fashion icon, and wrote: "André Leon Talley was a one-of-a-kind presence who changed the face of fashion and beauty for a generation of girls just like me.VIDEO: Michelle Obama reveals what she took from the White House "He will be missed, but I know his legacy will continue inspiring people for years to come."MORE: How Barack and Michelle Obama dealt with daughter's very difficult health diagnosisMORE: Michelle and Barack Obama's vast living room inside $8.1million home is gorgeousFans were quick to comment on the message, with one writing: "I don't think you could have looked more gorgeous while wearing the dress he created for you. He was a treasure.

Sidney Poitier has been revealed, with Los Angeles County coroners reporting it to be due to a mix of heart failure, Alzheimer’s and prostate cancer. The death certificate from the LA County Department of Public Health was published by TMZ on Tuesday.

Barack Obama, 60 tweeted an adorable picture of him and his wife Michelle Obama for her 58th birthday. The former president kissed his wife’s cheek in front of a beautiful sunset and tropical backdrop in the pic attached to his tweet. Michelle beamed as she a ruched brown top and tan skirt while Barack wore a white button-down. “Happy birthday, Michelle. My love, my partner, my best friend,” he wrote along with the pic.

EXCLUSIVE: Ethan Hawke and Myha’la Herrold are set to join Julia Roberts and Mahershala Ali in the Netflix thriller Leave the World Behind, with Mr. Robot creator Sam Esmail on board to direct and adapt Rumaan Alam’s novel of the same name. Ryan Kiera Armstrong and Charlie Evans are also on board.

Barack Obama is showing his wife some seriously sweet birthday love.The former president took to Instagram to share a photo of him planting a kiss on Michelle Obama's cheek in honor of her special day.«Happy birthday, Michelle,» Barack captioned the cute pic of the pair during a beachside vacation. «My love, my partner, my best friend...»A post shared by Barack Obama (@barackobama)Michelle also took some time to celebrate her big day, sharing her own tribute to herself as she thanked those who sent her messages, social media posts and emails to wish her a happy birthday.«Here’s to a sweet 58th! Thank you so much for your outpouring of love.

Denzel Washington had quite the surprise on Monday’s “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”

Dave Coulier is sharing memories of his longtime friend, Bob Saget.

A pained observation: The only intriguing stories on Hollywood this week consisted of obits – all kinds of obits. There were obits reminding us of the remarkable lives of Sidney Poitier, Peter Bogdanovich and Betty White. Also speculative obits about the Golden Globes, sentimental obits about the extinct 20th Century Fox and even speculative obits about MGM and ICM.

NEW YORK -- MSNBC has hired Symone Sanders, former aide to President Joe Biden and spokeswoman for Vice President Kamala Harris, to host shows on its television and streaming services.The announcement Monday continues the trend of political veterans jumping to cable news, often at dizzying speeds. Sanders announced only last month that she was leaving her job as chief spokesperson for Harris.Sanders, 32, will host a Washington-based weekend show on MSNBC, along with a program on “The Choice from MSNBC,” a news and analysis destination on the Peacock streaming service.MSNBC President Rashida Jones, who announced the hiring, was not immediately made available for an interview.Sanders, from Omaha, Nebraska, was press secretary for Vermont Sen.

Hollywood has lost another star.

OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network said Friday that it will pay tribute to Sidney Poitier with a a day of special programming Sunday that includes the iconic actor’s 2000 and 2007 appearances on The Oprah Winfrey Show and an airing of his 1967 film To Sir, With Love.

Hollywood and the nation are mourning a Hollywood pioneer today. Click on the photo above to launch a photo gallery on the career of Oscar winner Sidney Poitier, who has died at 94.

Sidney Poitier, the first Black man to win an Oscar, sadly died at 94 years old on Thursday evening.