More than opening doors. He was a living example of human potential for all races from humble beginnings. multi-talented singer, dancer, musician, actor, impressionist. electricity in a bottle. - that mystical magical one thing that makes someone a starrr.
Ok, WHERE was he born? WHO were his parents? WHO was his first wife? HOW did he become famous? For what? WHERE IS THE REST OF THIS MANS LIFE? What difficulties did he face getting work in the industry as a young black man?
This is great why so short? I was with Sammy in his nightclub act . I replaced Altovise when the married. I loved Sammy very much what a great loss . RIP my dear Sammy Davis
hmmm, hope you don't mind me asking, but I'm wondering if you two were ever intimate (years ago). pls take no offense. just curious. ...your response is strictly voluntary of course
No, Sammy was not worried about embarassing JFK. The opposite was true per Sammy's autobiography. It was JFK who used him to get the black vote, and then tossed him aside.
I once heard a smart actress say that, "If my husband can't be home by dinner time then the marriage will not work". That was 20 years ago and they are still married.
Sammy Davis Jr. During service in World War II, the Army assigned Davis to an integrated entertainment Special Services unit and he found that the spotlight lessened the prejudice. Even prejudiced white men admired and respected his performances. "My talent was the weapon, the power, the way for me to fight. It was the one way I might hope to affect a man's thinking," he said Davis had won Nixon's respect with his participation in the Civil Rights Movement. Nixon invited Davis and his wife, Altovise, to SLEEP in the White House in 1973, the first time African Americans were invited to do so. The Davises spent the night in the Queens' Bedroom
If you read "Stars to Freedom: Hollywood, Black Celebrities and the Civil Rights Movement" by Emilie Raymond, Davis, while often called a "Tom" by other blacks, raised more money for the civil rights movement than anyone.
I missing this life from the beginning,about where he was born and where his parents was.This documentary is much too short and all the interesting things are missing.
@Janotti in a perfect world it would be fine to marry whomever you wanted but the world Sammy lived in did not accept mixed marriages so he would've been better off just staying with his own kind. Still he had a stellar career and life in spite of backlash.
If you watch the interview with Sammy Davis Jr’s mom recorded in 1997 (TH-cam) you definitely get a better understanding of him as a person and what may have contributed to his penchant for white women. First, his mom was a gorgeous light-skinned Puerto Rican woman. Second, he was literally raised in show business with his father and they performed with and around whites often. Finally, Sammy’s father, according to Sammy’s mother, also appreciated (dated) white women. Which gave Sammy, I imagine, the notion that it was okay and even possible to date white women too. So, it really wasn’t a mystery after all. It’s just that at the time not only was interracial marriage illegal in 31 states, but the whole idea of anyone wanting to date outside their race was considered taboo and immoral. Sammy was truly a man designed by God to be one of the persons to help open doors for black people in the entertainment business, and he chose to help break down racial barriers in his social life. Truly the greatest!
His bio mother was Cuban not Puerto Rican. She was a street women and you can tell by that interview. Sammy didn’t meet that woman until he was 12. Like Sammy said, he never talked about her because he didn’t know her:
Should have 'E True Hollywood Story' in the video title and year of production, looks like this was produced sometime in the late 90s. Also, his kids, sons weren't "adopted" they were Sammy's real sons.
In 2022 the concept of judging people based on the amount of melanin in their skin is still ridiculous. So much pain and suffering over a chemical in the body, mind boggling. I adore his wife for wanting to adopt children in need.
sir you not real black lol Sammy Davis Jr open doors for everybody like Michael Jackson and another ppl who became legends back in the golden era of black entrainment
The greatest entertainer who ever lived rest easy precious man you will never be forgotten ever,
Sammy Davis Jr. The greatest entertainer of all times.
Wife replying. You have to admit he was a very talented man. Wonderful voice and presence. Loved watching his TV series
The best in all my life has been Sammy Davis Jnr.
He’s such an amazing man, I love his comedy and music.
A true legend one of a kind.
Thanks for posting. A great historical, as well as artistic, reference.
More than opening doors. He was a living example of human potential for all races from humble beginnings. multi-talented singer, dancer, musician, actor, impressionist. electricity in a bottle.
- that mystical magical one thing that makes someone a starrr.
what a talented guy
What a fascinating life!
Ok, WHERE was he born? WHO were his parents? WHO was his first wife? HOW did he become famous? For what? WHERE IS THE REST OF THIS MANS LIFE? What difficulties did he face getting work in the industry as a young black man?
I want to learn about you Andrea.
Read ‘Yes, I Can’, Andrea Sims. It’s Sammy Davis, Jr’s autobiography. It will answer your questions.
This is great why so short?
I was with Sammy in his nightclub act . I replaced Altovise when the married.
I loved Sammy very much what a great loss . RIP my dear Sammy Davis
hmmm, hope you don't mind me asking, but I'm wondering if you two were ever intimate (years ago). pls take no offense. just curious. ...your response is strictly voluntary of course
speedoflite1 Seems strange someone who was a mistress is bragging about it on a YT page?
Teresa Ganim mistresses brag all the time now. anything goes: sexting, selfies, text messages
Teresa Ganim She said she replaced Altovise. Altovise was a dancer. I think you are misinterpreting Kathy's comment
Kathy Mckee Alto was my dear,dear friend.
One of the best to ever grace the stage. Yes he had an affinity for white women but he did marry Altovise. Sammy was quite the man
No, Sammy was not worried about embarassing JFK. The opposite was true per Sammy's autobiography. It was JFK who used him to get the black vote, and then tossed him aside.
, Nobody should stand in the way of Love!? Jealous hateful people.
OMG at 3:17 that scream Sammy did was COOOOOOOOOOL!!!
Dopest scream I've ever heard 😎😎😎😎
I once heard a smart actress say that,
"If my husband can't be home by dinner time then the marriage will not work".
That was 20 years ago and they are still married.
May Britt, I take my hat off too
Sammy Davis Jr.
During service in World War II, the Army assigned Davis to an integrated entertainment Special Services unit and he found that the spotlight lessened the prejudice. Even prejudiced white men admired and respected his performances. "My talent was the weapon, the power, the way for me to fight. It was the one way I might hope to affect a man's thinking," he said
Davis had won Nixon's respect with his participation in the Civil Rights Movement. Nixon invited Davis and his wife, Altovise, to SLEEP in the White House in 1973, the first time African Americans were invited to do so. The Davises spent the night in the Queens' Bedroom
good infor
I love watching documentaries. #TSTYLERAP
Sammy threw his life away. He could have had everything!
Where's the rest of it?
was just wondering why it goes straight into his 2nd marriage...
They were so hateful even in the 60's.. Wow!! You don't have to reach back to 1863.. The same hatred exist today.
+Kara Champion right but he overpowers them for sure!!!
+Kara Champion right but he overpowers them for sure!!!
Araya Hope
Araya Hope
And still hateful yell
Where is the rest of the show?
Where's the rest of it? why was it so chopped up?
VeeBee81 Have you ever edited a motion picture production? It takes a lot of time, repetitiveness and patience.
If you read "Stars to Freedom: Hollywood, Black Celebrities and the Civil Rights Movement" by Emilie Raymond, Davis, while often called a "Tom" by other blacks, raised more money for the civil rights movement than anyone.
I missing this life from the beginning,about where he was born and where his parents was.This documentary is much too short and all the interesting things are missing.
Eva Maria Uhl
Eva Maria Uhl
I love him
@Janotti in a perfect world it would be fine to marry whomever you wanted but the world Sammy lived in did not accept mixed marriages so he would've been better off just staying with his own kind. Still he had a stellar career and life in spite of backlash.
Sammy's biological mother was Baby Sanchez. A dancer. So Sammy was part latino. Look up the rest of the story on google.
why post some of this if u cant post all of it?
Yeahhhhhhhhhhhhhh !!!
St John 3:16! 💗
JESUS is coming again SOON! HALLELUJAH!
If you watch the interview with Sammy Davis Jr’s mom recorded in 1997 (TH-cam) you definitely get a better understanding of him as a person and what may have contributed to his penchant for white women. First, his mom was a gorgeous light-skinned Puerto Rican woman. Second, he was literally raised in show business with his father and they performed with and around whites often. Finally, Sammy’s father, according to Sammy’s mother, also appreciated (dated) white women. Which gave Sammy, I imagine, the notion that it was okay and even possible to date white women too. So, it really wasn’t a mystery after all. It’s just that at the time not only was interracial marriage illegal in 31 states, but the whole idea of anyone wanting to date outside their race was considered taboo and immoral. Sammy was truly a man designed by God to be one of the persons to help open doors for black people in the entertainment business, and he chose to help break down racial barriers in his social life. Truly the greatest!
His bio mother was Cuban not Puerto Rican. She was a street women and you can tell by that interview. Sammy didn’t meet that woman until he was 12. Like Sammy said, he never talked about her because he didn’t know her:
May Britt was too good for him
Should have 'E True Hollywood Story' in the video title and year of production, looks like this was produced sometime in the late 90s. Also, his kids, sons weren't "adopted" they were Sammy's real sons.
They were adopted, one took a DNA test which proved he was not related to Mr. Davis biologically.
Anyone notice the look on Mrs. LBJ's face behind JFK's back? Just before 8:11.
Sad, how much smoking these guys did ....
In 2022 the concept of judging people based on the amount of melanin in their skin is still ridiculous. So much pain and suffering over a chemical in the body, mind boggling. I adore his wife for wanting to adopt children in need.
Lakeith stanfield would play sammy davis jr
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Where's his daughter?
Black people became good entertainers because they had to impress the master so he wouldnt whip them
So nobody gonna say how he sold his soul to the devil
Sammy davis did not open the door for black performers in any way !!!
desmond newman Oh yes he did, at great personal involvement.
sir you not real black lol Sammy Davis Jr open doors for everybody like Michael Jackson and another ppl who became legends back in the golden era of black entrainment
desmond newman