Sidney Poitier – Age 92
Sidney Poitier, aged 92, paved the road for Bahamian-American actors. He was famous internationally and had appeared from multiple theatres, and was an on-screen Academy Award-winning actor. He was the very first actor from African America to earn a prestigious award. He decided to pursue recording, directing and ultimately became a diplomat when he retired from acting. A British knighthood was awarded to him. The Presidential Medal of Freedom was also awarded to him. He had always been outspoken against racism and had led various charitable activities.
Sidney Poitier – Age 92
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