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On This Day: Sammy Davis Jr., Icon of Stage and Screen, Is Born
Episode 2153
Published 4 months, 3 weeks ago
Description
On this day in 1925, Sammy Davis Jr. — one of the most influential entertainers of the 20th century — was born. Rising from vaudeville to global fame, Davis dazzled as a dancer, singer and actor, joined Frank Sinatra’s Rat Pack and appeared in iconic films such as Ocean’s 11. His career earned him numerous honors, including a Kennedy Center Honor.
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