As the first Black man to win an Oscar, Sidney Poitierâs six-decade career has been credited with paving the way for so many other Black actors.
Following his death on January 6 at 94, tributes poured in for the icon, including former President Barack Obama, who said Sidney was âa singular talent who epitomized dignity and grace.â
Fellow actor Denzel Washington said it was a privilege to Sidney, a friend adding: âHe was a gentle man and opened doors for all of us that had been closed for years.â
