Sammy Davis, Jr., also known as Mr. Entertainment, was an award-winning, versatile, accomplished singer, dancer, actor, and musician, who passed on May 16th, 1990.

Male, Black, 30s–40s. Charismatic, electrifying, and emotionally layered performer to portray entertainment legend Sammy Davis Jr. Must have exceptional acting skills, strong command of ...

— ‘Yes I Can: The Sammy Davis Jr. Songbook’ Saturday through Monday at the 92nd Street Y, Manhattan; 212-415-5500, 92y.org. This article originally appeared in The New York Times. Elysa Gardner ...

Sammy Davis Jr.'s career was groundbreaking, as he was one of the first African American/Latino performers to break racial barriers in segregated venues across the United States.