Oprah Winfrey leads stars at premiere of Sidney Poitier documentary during TIFF

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It's only fitting that Oprah Winfrey was on hand for the world premiere of the new documentary about the late Hollywood screen legend Sidney Poitier.Not only did the so-called Queen Of All Media consider him a mentor and friend, she also helped produce the new film with Derik Murray.Directed by Reginald Hudlin who worked with writer Jesse James Miller, Sidney made its much-anticipated debut at the Toronto International Film Festival on Saturday, which sadly comes eight months after Poitier's death at the age of 94.

Oprah Winfrey, 68, attended the world premiere of the new Sidney Poitier documentary, Sidney, which she co-produced with Derik Murray, at Roy Thomson Hall on Saturday, as part of day three of the Toronto International Film FestivalWinfrey, 68, was absolutely glowing when she arrived out front of Roy Thomson Hall, just feet from the red carpet.Not only did she blind admirers with her spectacular silver sequin dress, but she was equally glowing with her proud and infectious smile.

Her striking metallic number came complete with buttons up and down the front, which were left undone at the top portion as well as the bottom.That allowed for her rustic-patterned heels to shine through with the ensemble.

Blinding elegance: The so-called Queen Of All Media, who considered Poitier and friend and mentor, shined on the red carpet in a silver sequin dress and rustic-patterned heels Shining stars: Winfrey would eventually share the spotlight of the red carpet with friend Tyler Perry, who has long considered Winfrey his mentorOn this proud evening, the legendary talk show host complimented the dress with sparkling earrings and a couple of matching rings.The Mississippi native had her dark styled back off her face in the.