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

23K views · 3 comments | Sidney Poitier made history and changed Oscars the moment he became the first Black performer to win an Academy Award for Best Actor in 1964 at the 36th Academy Awards. ❤️ What’s your favourite Oscar moment? Share with us! ⬇️ Watch the 95th Academy Awards Sun. March 12 at 8pm ET on @ctv. (Courtesy of A.M.P.A.S.) #oscars #oscars2023 #movie #oscar1964 #SidneyPoitier #history #historical #BestActorAward | etalk | Facebook

We mourn the loss of trailblazing actor and activist Sidney Poitier, SAG Awards nominee and 36th Life Achievement recipient. We will always cherish his talent, selfless spirit and genuine heart, knowing that his influence will live on ❤️ Our hearts are with his loved ones at this time. | Screen Actors Guild Awards