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Davis, Sammy, Jr.

Davis, Sammy, Jr.

(1925–90) singer, dancer; born in New York City. A short, multi-talented entertainer, he began his career tapping and singing at the age of four with his family. He was working in night clubs in 1954, when a near fatal car crash changed his life. He converted to Judaism and made his Broadway debut in Mr. Wonderful, which led to a film career (1956–89). He recorded 40 albums but in later years was best known for his appearances at Las Vegas and on television.
The Cambridge Dictionary of American Biography, by John S. Bowman. Copyright © Cambridge University Press 1995. Reproduced with permission.
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