What I Learned From Sammy Davis Jr.

When I was a kid, I was Sammy Davis Jr. before I was anyone else. I started my entertainment career as a tap dancer. That was ...
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John Wayne's act of kindness to Sammy Davies Jr proved depth of their friendship

The John Wayne estate recalls a powerful moment of friendship between "Duke" and Sammy Davis Jr. in 1962. While on tour for Hatari!, Duke and his son Patrick attended Sammy's performance in Windsor, ...

I’ve Gotta Be Me: Rick Porrello’s latest book tells of drumming for Sammy Davis, Jr. conflicting with his desire to do police work

Former Lyndhurst Police Chief Rick Porrello worked, beginning as an 18-year-old, as the drummer for the band of famed entertainer Sammy Davis Jr. The Cleveland Heights High graduate traveled the world ...
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Sammy Davis Jr.

Male, Black, 30s–40s. Charismatic, electrifying, and emotionally layered performer to portray entertainment legend Sammy Davis Jr. Must have exceptional acting skills, strong command of physicality ...