The Love Story of Sidney Poitier and Joanna Shimkus
Sydney Poitier, a Hollywood icon known for groundbreaking roles and being one of the first Black actors to win an Oscar in 1963 for ‘Lilies of the Field’, found love on the set of ‘The Lost Man’. It was here he met Joanna Shimkus, marking the start of a personal and professional partnership that has lasted over four decades, a testament to their enduring love in the fleeting Hollywood spotlight.
Joanna Shimkus, an actress with notable performances in films such as ‘All About Loving’ and ‘Boom’, continued her career into recent years, acting in ‘The Force’ in 2018. Together with Sidney Poitier, they have woven a legacy of acting in their family, with their daughters joining the profession. Their story beautifully illustrates how a shared passion for acting has kept their family bond strong and enduring.