Sidney Poitier, terrorised by Klu Klux Klan and the first black man to win an Oscar, dies aged 94

HE was a trailblazer as the first black man to win a best actor Oscar and Barack Obama said he “epitomised dignity and grace”. Sir Sidney Poitier, who has died aged 94, not only opened doors for other black stars but helped to break down barriers across society. 9 Late Sir Sidney Poitier, who has died aged 94, helped to break down barriers across society Credit: Getty 9 He was the first black man to win a best actor Oscar and Barack Obama said he ‘epitomised dignity and grace’ Credit: Getty Images – Getty Growing up on the tiny island… Read Full Article