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Oscars 2022: 'In Memoriam' Honors Sidney Poitier, Betty White and More Late Stars

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2022 Oscars took time to share some love and respect for all of the beloved entertainment icons who died over the last year during the show's gala ceremony.

Several stars took to the stage to highlight particular celebs who died over the past year.Tyler Perry began this year's segment with an emotional tribute to Sidney Poitier.«He was the first, and for far too long, the only, Black man to win an Oscar for Best Actor.

When he stood on that stage, he did more than shatter a barrier. He stood there for all that came before him, and sparked the dreams of all who followed,» Perry shared. «I would not be here today without Sidney.

All of us are so blessed and honored to have been inspired by him. To you, sir, with all of our love.»Poitier made history in 1964 as the first Black actor to take home the Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance in .

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