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Sidney Poitier: Trailblazer | 265

Even the Rich

CHAPTER

From Dishwashing Dreams to Hollywood Stardom

This chapter chronicles the journey of a young man in New York City as he navigates early challenges from washing dishes to enlisting in the army. Despite setbacks including homelessness and rejections, he remains determined to succeed in acting, ultimately securing a pivotal film role amidst the complexities of the civil rights movement. The narrative explores significant milestones in his burgeoning career and the cultural impact of his performances in a racially charged era.

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