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Sammy Davis Jr.

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Born 08 December 1925. Died 16 May 1990.

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Biography

Samuel George Davis, Jr., better known as Sammy Davis, Jr. (December 8, 1925 – May 16, 1990) was an American entertainer. He was a dancer, singer, multi-instrumentalist (playing vibraphone, trumpet, and drums), impressionist, comedian, and Emmy and Golden Globe-winning actor. He was a member of the 1960s Rat Pack, which was led by his old friend Frank Sinatra, and included fellow performers Dean Martin, Joey Bishop and Peter Lawford.

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Albums releases

Release title Release date
Salutes the Stars of the London Palladium 2008
Starring Sammy Davis Jr. 2007
Nat King Cole Songbook 2004
What Kind of Fool Am I 2004
All-Star Spectacular 2004

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