Sidney Poitier – 93 Years Old
It is not at all a stretch to say that Sidney Poitier was a pioneer in Hollywood. He made it big as an actor and paved the way for other people in his community. Did you know that he made history as the first African-American man to win an Academy Award? Even though he eventually quit acting, he pursued other avenues in life. He dabbled in directing, recording and even became a diplomat. The actor also received a knighthood and the Presidential Medal of Freedom. He has also worked with various charities.
Henry Kissinger – 97 Years Old
If you know history, you might be familiar with this guy. After escaping from Germany, Henry Kissinger made his way to the United States. He worked in politics and diplomacy, even becoming an advisor to Richard Nixon and Gerald Ford in the past. He might have received a Nobel Peace Prize, but it was highly contested because of his Vietnam War involvement. They said that he failed at the negotiations during the conflict. It was a good thing that he at least returned the award after the protests. He has since accumulated $20 million over the course of his career. He is currently enjoying his retirement.