![]() "A lot of people have had a lot of debate over Sir Sidney Poitier here in the country," Christie said. "But the fact is Sir Sidney has not only an incredible story but in his later years he made significant contributions in the field of diplomacy to The Bahamas. "It is time for us now to also give those who are artists, actors, producers, directors to give their talent the best possible opportunity to be developed in the best possible facilities."Ĭarter said that money should not be the focus of the event. ![]() ".What we are trying to do is reclaim our heritage and that is priceless," Carter said. "To put a price tag on it is to talk about being enslaved again. We are trying to reverse that process." Singers Jennifer Hudson, B.B. Winans and gospel group The Region Bells are all slated to perform at an open-air concert for the iconic actor. A host of other celebrities are expected to fly into the country for the event. The show will culminate with a "spectacular" fireworks display at Atlantis, Carter said. Poitier was born in Florida to Bahamian parents and grew up in Cat Island.
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