Here's Harry Belafonte singing “Amen” from Lilies of the Field at Sidney Poitier’s #AFILife Achievement Award tribute! Watch then go to www.AFI.com/MovieClub to play today’s #getthepicture clue. #afimovieclub | American Film Institute

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

211K views · 10K reactions | In 1964, Sidney Poitier won the Oscar for Best Actor for his performance in "Lilies of the Field." Decades later, when Denzel Washington won his second award, he turned to Poitier - who received an Honorary Oscar that night - and said, 'God bless you.' | The Academy | Facebook

5.8K views · 536 reactions | 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 | Facebook