171K views · 3.6K reactions | Sidney Poitier, a beloved Hollywood icon and champion of civil rights, has died at 94. Poitier was the first Black man to win an Oscar for Best Actor | NowThis | Facebook

2.7M views · 122K reactions | Sidney Poitier speaks to media | Wayne Dupree Show | Facebook

90K views · 5.8K reactions | This famous "slap heard 'round the world" scene from IN THE HEAT OF THE NIGHT ('67) marked the first time an African American man had ever slapped a white man on screen before, which Sidney Poitier insisted on. | Turner Classic Movies: TCM | Facebook

Trailblazer Sidney Poitier becomes the first Black actor to win Best Actor at the 36th Academy Awards for his performance as Homer Smith in ‘Lilies of the Field.’ Sidney was first nominated for Best Actor at the 31st Academy Awards for his performance as Noah Cullen in ‘The Defiant Ones.' Over his lifetime, he became known for brilliant performances on the screen and the stage as well as his remarkable humanitarian accomplishments. In recognition of his achievements, Sidney was awarded an Honora

🌟 Oscar History Spotlight 🌟 In 1964, Sidney Poitier made history at the 36th Academy Awards, becoming the first Black man to win a competitive Oscar. 🏆 ✨ Winning Role: Homer Smith in Lilies of the Field — a wandering handyman who unexpectedly finds himself building a chapel for a group of nuns in the desert. With humor, warmth, and compassion, Poitier captured the heart of audiences worldwide. 🎬 Why It Matters: His performance wasn’t just about one man’s generosity — it symbolized hope, resi

12K views · 929 reactions | In 2002, Denzel Washington joined Sidney Poitier as the second Black actor to win an Academy Award for Best Actor. His speech saluting the legendary actor plays through our minds on the anniversary of Poitier’s passing ️ #sidneypoitier #denzelwashington #blackhollywood | Shadow And Act | Facebook