07. Sidney Poitier – Born on February 20, 1927
Sidney Poitier is a Bahamian-American actor, film director, and diplomat. He was born on February 20, 1927, in Miami, Florida, but was raised in the Bahamas. Poitier is known for breaking barriers and becoming one of the most prominent African-American actors in the film industry.
Poitier’s acting career began in the late 1940s, and he gained recognition for his performances in films that addressed racial issues and social justice. He became the first African-American actor to win an Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in the film “Lilies of the Field” (1963). This achievement was groundbreaking and paved the way for greater representation of African-Americans in Hollywood.