Entertainer Sammy Davis Jr. is born in Harlem, New York.
At a Glance
- Date
- 8 December 1925
- Location
- New York, New York
- Key people
- Sammy Davis Jr.
- Category
- Arts & Literature
- Source
- Biographical records · Britannica
What It Meant Then
He became one of the most versatile performers in American show business while confronting its color lines.
What It Means Now
Davis's career spanned stage, screen, and recording over five decades.
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