Sidney Poitier's memorial service will be held privately.
In a statement shared with ET Sunday, the late actor's family announced that due to the"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.
"In lieu of flowers, those wishing to honor him are encouraged to donate to some of his favorite organizations and charities including The Children’s Defense Fund, The United Negro College Fund, and the Alzheimer’s Association," the family added. at the age of 94, died of heart failure. While his death certificate indicated that he suffered from a combination of both prostate cancer and dementia for many years, neither led to his death.
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