PHILADELPHIA - Legendary Actor Sidney Poi Tier, 94, has passed away. He was the first Black actor to win the Academy Award for best lead performance for his role in "Lilies of the Field." In 2001, the Academy awarded him an honorary Oscar. Born in Miami, Poitier grew up in the Bahamas and worked in the movie industry. He won four Academy Awards, including the best actor award in 1964 for his role in "Silver Linings."