Sidney Poitier | Born: 1927

Sidney Poitier is an icon of the Golden Age of Hollywood. Poitier made history during the height of his career in the 1950s and 1960s. He was the first black and Bahamian male actor to have won an Oscar, thanks to his performance in Lilies of the Field in 1963. In addition, he received numerous accolades, including two Golden Globes. In 2002, he took credit from the entertainment industry and was given a Lifetime Achievement Award for his contributions to film.

Given his long time in the world of entertainment, it is quite surprising that the veteran actor is still around. While there had been no acting credit from the actor since 2008, he still remains a prominent figure in Hollywood. For instance, when he presented the Oscars for Best Director back in 2014, he was given a standing ovation from the audience.