Sidney Poitier – Age 92
The actor, director, and diplomat, Sidney Poitier, 92, paved the way for the Bahamian-American stars. Sidney was successful globally and performed in several theaters and was on-screen as an award-winning actor. He was the very first celebrity from African America to win a prestigious award. The British Knighthood has been awarded to him. The Presidential Medal of Independence was also awarded to him. He had always been up against intolerance and directed a number of charitable works.
Sidney Poitier – Age 92
Henry Kissinger – Age 96
Henry Kissinger became President Nixon’s and Ford’s advisor. He won the Nobel Peace Prize, however, the majority of people did not believe he deserves it and assumed that he was not effective in dealing with Vietnam. He did not think twice about returning his award when it was confirmed that the people were right. By being a diplomat as well as a political scientist, Henry was quite well identified. Throughout his career, he earned about twenty million dollars, which he appreciated through most of his retirement.
Henry Kissinger – Age 96