It was a sad day in Hollywood with the news of legendary actorSidney Poitier’s death.

He was 94, according toCNN.

In the film, Poitier plays a migrant laborer who helps a group of white nuns build a chapel.

Sidney Poitier red carpet

He was Hollywood’s first Black movie star.

Poitier will be greatly missed, and his contributions to Hollywood will not be forgotten.

Poitier married Hardy in 1950 and lived in New York with their four children.

Sidney Poitier and Juanita Hardy

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We have come a long way since, regarding representation and inclusivity in Hollywood, with more to go.