EPISODE · Dec 8, 2025 · 1 MIN
On This Day: Sammy Davis Jr., Icon of Stage and Screen, Is Born
from AURN News · host Ebony McMorris, Jamie Jackson, Clay Cane
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. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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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. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter
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