Los Angeles, March 16 -- Firsts are always special, and for actor Michael B. Jordan, the 98th Academy Awards will be unforgettable, as he took home his first-ever Oscar on Sunday night for his performance in 'Sinners'.

He's the sixth Black actor to win in the lead actor category, Variety reported.

The moment Adrien Brody announced Michael as the winner, the Dolby Theatre reverberated with a roaring standing ovation from the audience.

In his acceptance speech, Michael gave a shout-out to actors such as Sidney Poitier and Will Smith for paving the way for young Black actors.

"I stand here because of the people that came before me," Jordan said before shouting out the prior Black lead acting Oscar winners: Sidney Poitier, Denzel Washingt...