Sammy Davis, Jr. was born into a show business family, and he sometimes said that with his slight stature and lacking the Hollywood leading man good looks, he had nothing to offer but his talent.
Today Sammy's usually remembered of a top flight headlining singer and entertainer. That he was, but like his friend Frank Sinatra, when given the opportunity he really shone as an actor. For a more on Sammy and his life and times, just click here.