Sidney Poitier, who became the first African American to win an Oscar in 1964 for his starring role in Lilies of the Field, also received an Honorary Oscar in 2002 for his lifetime achievements. He died January 6, 2022 at age 94. next »

Sidney Poitier

Sidney Poitier, who became the first African American to win an Oscar in 1964 for his starring role in Lilies of the Field, also received an Honorary Oscar in 2002 for his lifetime achievements. He died January 6, 2022 at age 94.

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