Love this man. So honest and well spoken. He had more talent in his pinky nail then 99% of entertainers today. These were stars ! The big entertainers of that era were worth your time and energy. RIP Sammy.
Met and worked for Mr. Davis at 18 or 20 one night gigs here on the East coast as well as working as his bodyguard during the second inauguration of Ronald Reagan in DC... Mr. Davis was one of the most grounded and realistic celebrities that I ever worked for! ... When it came time to pay me for the inauguration bodyguard service, he gave me a cash tip that actually doubled my salary!
Mr. Davis does indeed seem like The Real Deal, much much more than an entertainer. Thanks for the story; I'm not surprised. You can *feel* where he's coming from. What an aMAZing man.
Exactly and especially if their guest is talking about how many paedophiles there were and are in Hollywood & someone like barbara walters jumps up and says “u’re ruining entire careers!” I was stunned. Interviews use to have class, great poise, respectful questions & demeanor.
Love this guy. He truly was intelligent, in spite of what he thought about himself. Listen to the performers of today. Not many are even as close to being as articulate as Sam was in this interview. Not even close. RIP. You were the real thing, Sammy.
Besides the fact that Sammy is one of the greatest entertainers in history, this interview also highlights another admirable aspect of who he was. He was not trying to portray himself as perfect, and despite the fact of discussing very unflattering aspects of his personality, he was not defensive or combative. He was brave, vulnerable and integrated- and therefor a true role model. I can´t imagine seeing a contemporary public person behaving in this matter, with such wisdom, truthfulness and self-reflection.
Sammy was a luciferian. Most will just believe its just a coincidence that the number of views listed on this video by Google just HAPPENS to be stuck, for several years now, at SIX SIX SIX thousand... These predatory luciferians LOVE signalling to each other, right in your unsuspecting face...
Valincia Pruitt , indeed! I'm a little young to remember much of him, but what I do remember are great memories! My parents loved him! Great, talented and very unique person! We need more Sammy type people these days.
Mark West Sadly I think that class and talent are obsolete. Sounds like you know enough about him though you're young. Your statement tells it all. Take care.
A little background, Sammy was a Black performer with a white wife and Jewish as well.. Today so called black leaders just talk the talk, Mr. Davis walked the walk.
If you'd like to meet Sam's mom... here's my interview with her, shot for my Emmy winning A&E Biography of The Rat Pack. SAM was the greatest all around showman of the 20th Century, sans pareil. ruclips.net/video/-b8OfxDfvaA/видео.html
Excellent interview. Listening to him reveal himself was gold. He reflects on his life and freely admits his human flaws and successes. Very interesting man.
To pick himself up off the floor as he did after the racist shit he experienced when in the army just makes me feel so much respect for him..He could have so easily become a broken, bitter and twisted old man, but he pushed past that and became an entertainer who'll never be forgotten.
@Walid Aladssani Right on. I say a pressure drop, oh pressure Oh yeah pressure goin' to drop on you I say when it drops, oh you gonna feel it Know that you were doing wrong.
A great interview --- Tom Cottle is, as Sammy Davis Jr says, "A pro". They are both pros. Sammy Davis performed on a BBC TV show introducing him to British TV audiences around 1964, and he was a huge hit. Who could not love him? Multi-talented performer who has no equal. Brilliant interview thanks.
I saw him TOM COTTLE AT 24. YEARS OLD WALKEN THREW PARK ST BOSTON. I WAS AFRAID TO SAY I KNOW YOU ON TV. TOM COTTLE. I WAS AFRAID HE BE SNODD SO I NEVER SAY HI.
This is a wonderfully HONEST interview from a truly remarkable human being. A STELLAR talent that few could ever approach. Frank and Dean loved and appreciated him enormously.
So honest! This is probably one of the best interviews I've seen with Sammy. He was definitely one of a kind. I can't think of another performer who can top his extraordinary talent on so many fronts. Singer, Actor, dancer...A real show man!!
Davis was a satanist. Most will just believe its just a coincidence that the number of views listed on this video by Google just HAPPENS to be stuck, for several years now, at SIX SIX SIX thousand... These predatory luciferians LOVE signalling to each other, right in your unsuspecting face...
Entertainers and performers of earlier times seemed to be driven by artistic impulses. Today "entertainment" is product that is force fed to our bloated culture.
This man was one of my idols as a kid growing up in the 80's what an inspiration he was even for a young man like myself who came along decades after Sammy Davis had already made a indelible mark on the world.
What a beautifully laid out interview. Sammy made a point to complement him before the interview ended, that’s a high honor. I wish Fallon, Kimmel and Conan would watch this and take notes. A good interview is not just entertaining, it’s informative. I know a lot about Sammy as a fan but never heard him open up like that. I’ve seen Sammy talk for long interviews, he loved to talk and be funny and charming. But this he went deep, I enjoyed it thoroughly.
Good Lord what an interview! Both men were fabulous here. Mr. Davis moved me to tears with his introspection, honesty, clarity, and beauty. Thank you so much for a *tremendous* upload!
I saw Sammy perform at the old Carlton Celebrity Ballroom in Bloomington, Minnesota in the late 1980's. He left an indelible impression. Before or since, I have never seen a more talented, entertaining performer, and don't believe that I ever will. His blend of song, dance and comedy was far and away the best I have ever witnessed. Sammy, I can't speak to your personal peccadillos, except to acknowledge that we all have them, but I am truly blessed to have experienced your live performance. May your soul live on in heaven, and your legacy on earth.
My. granny took me to see Sammy for my 13th bday present. I saw him in Cherry Hill Nj. i was filled with joy and excitement when he performed Mr Bojangles. i was so proud I had the opportunity to see Sammy D. Dancing in Heaven with Gregory Hines.
Ed C ....beautiful statement, I agree wholeheartedly. Saw him live for the first time in 75....INCREDIBLE! JOLSON & DAVIS...two greatest entertainers EVER!
We saw Sammy at the Copa in NY back in the '60's and saw Sinatra live in concert in the '70's. Both were unbelievable...impossible to pick who is the "best".
He chose to be a satanist. Or is it just a coincidence that the number of views listed on this video by Google just HAPPENS to be stuck (for several years now) at SIX SIX SIX thousand? These predatory luciferians LOVE signalling to each other, right in your unsuspecting face...
Fantastic interview and Sammy's brutal honesty is just amazing, I never knew much about him but I respect him so much just from the way he conducted himself in this interview.
Excellent interviewer! Good questions, great respect, let him finish his answers, etc. Even Sammy was impressed. You can see him physically relax and almost hear him say to himself, I can be honest with this guy. He's not out to get me or exploit me. I've never seen the interviewer before, but I like the way he interviews!
Without doubt, Mr Sammy Davies Jr was one of the most fabulously gifted and supremely talented human beings to ever walk the face of the earth! When I listen to the sad sob-stories on various talent shows designed to bring out the "sympathy vote", I think of your man Sammy there and just what he had to overcome in his life to be even recognised as a "Mensch". What a simply colossal achievement! And all thanks to his indomitable spirit, quite incredible talent and, ultimately, to his belief in himself. The world will never see his like again. MsG
I wished he didn’t smoke but everybody smoked back then. Perhaps he would not have died from throat cancer. He was a very rare talent and there is none his equal still
she was one tough cookie,, his mother, sammy was a great singer and dancer ,actor such a talent the best i loved him he was a great man ,he is being so honest in this interview . but one thing you cant take away from him is that he was a great talent
Outstanding interview! I wish that Tom Cottle had conducted the interview with Sammy Davis Jr’s mother in 1997. It would have been much better. RIP Mr. Davis.
A great man who had class. His effort behind every performance was something to really see. What many people miss is his wonderful humor and endurance. I miss him and always will.
Very thoughtful and insightful responses from a legend. Very self aware not at all sf centered. Have always had a high opinion of him now it's even higher.
He is my special hero. The story isthat the nurse Inow has a daughter. When she was 12 she lost an eye to a tumoer.We called him in N.Y. where he was perfotming in a show called "Golden Boy," We hop[oed he would call her. Instead, he came down to Baltimore to visit her, the next day. He stayed so long he almost was late back in N.Y, for the show. He came back several times and, I swear, saved that littlegirl's lfe.
Nat Kobitz, what an uplifting story, sure sounds like Sammy was cool thru and thru, I mean today who does that kind of stuff? He was a guy with a big ....HUGE heart..... And can u imagine what obstacles he overcame to get ahead in life?What happened to Sammy that he ended up worshiping Lucifer? I was a well known fact that he belonged to the church of Satan.
@@EscapeToCostaRicaNow Is it possible that Mr. Davis viewed the *bad* things that had happened to him in his life as that which made him grow? That overcoming Evil is what made him grow? Does what I'm saying make sense? Had everything gone all peachy for Mr. Davis, might he not instead have become an insufferable egomaniac instead of the obviously grounded man in this interview?
Nothing cool about covering your satan-worship with being a "nice guy". OR is it just a coincidence that the number of views listed on this video by Google just HAPPENS to be stuck(for several years now) at SIX SIX SIX thousand... These predatory luciferians LOVE signalling to each other, right in your unsuspecting face...
Truly one of the greatest all-around entertainers of the 20th century. Along with Judy Garland, Bobby Darin, and possibly one or two others, Mr. Davis perfected the art of song, dance, and acting with a unique style that captivated audiences.
I thought Sammy was super old when he died but he was young only 64....then again I was very little so he did seem old to me but now my mom is near his age and she is living it up.
The most brutally honest man about oneself I have ever listened to! Sammy was easy to love because of the love he gave. Great memories of my childhood come flooding back every time I hear or see him. RIP Sammy.
I clicked onto this because I was thinking back to when I was a kid watching the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson. Sammy sang Mr. Bojangles with a beautiful tap dance and it was amazing. I wept. I think the whole audience did. Beautiful human being. R.I.P.
I remember many, many years ago, the very first time I saw Sammy was on early TV, with his uncle and his father. He totally blew me away with his talent and charisma. I remember I was 18 and dating a radio announcer and the first thing I did is tell him about this fabulous entertainer that was on his way to rock the world, and that is exactly what Sammy did. In this interview I very much respect his honesty and that came from him evolving and growing as a person, a spirit, and not without considerable pain. RIP dear Sammy. You did rock the world.
The secret to really finding out about a person is asking uncomfortable questions in a respectful way. Wonderful to find out about the feelings about this under-rated (today) celebrity. No one growing up today knows how big Sammy was in his time...
I've watched the American Masters bio of him again last week. That was an amazing, frank, insightful look this amazing man. In this interview with Tom Cottle, Sammy was so vulnerable and genuine. Thank you for posting this. I haven't seen Tom Cottle in so many decades. I used to watch his show all the time. Sammy was right...Tom is a professional in the best sense of the word.
Sammy at 60, describing his own development from 53 to 60. Fantastic interview by Tom Cottle; perceptive, incisive, compassionate. Sammy's appreciation was evident at the end and both parties acquitted themselves well.
Another excellent interview! This guy is a real pro. l wish l knew his name. Mr. Davis is a treasure now in the Black community. l think most people didn't "get" him or the type of music he sung. In many ways there wouldn't have been a Ray Charles as a crossover artist if it wasn't for Sammy. l still miss him. And l loved his book "Why Me?".
If you can use being black to your advantage ,why not. I would bet there are more downs than ups in that kind of situation. Also, you mentioned Obama, as if everything is his fault, really? I mean come on. He looks black and was treated as such.
+Stormy D. that is the type of comment that comes from a young punk. Sammy carries himself like a man's man why cause he doesn't talk like he is street trash u say that GO FUCK YOURSELF YOU PIECE OF SHIT
Love Sammy Davis Jr. Great and talented entertainer and he gained some valuable insight to himself and his life as he got into his senior years. I found his honesty in this interview very refreshing.
+Hellcrasher Porter It was about 67-68- He was playing at Harrahs and staying at the Villa. An incredible place that you could drive a boat right under the house. Sammy really was a fun guy who liked to party. Living, growing up in Tahoe, I came across many celebrities. Billy Preston was a friend of mine and I lived half a summer with Santana.
Thanks @Tahoedirt for sharing your amazing story on SD Jr. and Lake Tahoe at Harrah's. Did you get to meet or know Barbara McNair too? I've been trying to learn more about her and from what I noticed, she often performed at Tahoe at Harvey's. Which I heard is kind of connected to Harrah's. I know in March 25-April 7, she performed at the Harrah's (one rare time) with Bill Cosby. In June 1967 for a few weeks she performed with Dean Martin's uncle at Harvey's. I would love to know what all stars you gotten to meet and know from the Rat Pack to Barbara McNair! I love those legends of that era!
Mr. Wonderful said it all 😊 In my youth I had a massive crush on Sammy 💖 Guess what . I still think he's amazing. A starting to age lady who would give anything to see him one more time. Still love you 💓 Sammy.
i can respect what Sammy attempted to offer frm an entertainment perspective....other than guest appearances on all in the family, ..charlie's ange.....i was unfamiliar with his work...few years back i watched the movie gamer and really liked the segment with Michael c hall i've got you under my skin...and did not know who was the singer and my father said...that's sammy davis...i wld guess that was when he caught my attention enough to search him related to the song and the rat pack...have never listened to an entire interview...but thank you for posting...was a very good interview, candid and informative..
I’m sure that I not only “speak” for myself, is that we all miss honest, candid replies from people in the entertainment industry. An interview such as this one - from a decent interviewer with lovely questions, to the guest who would always answer candidly and honestly, we sure do miss that. Today, every single thing is thought out and rehearsed - from instagram & what they post, to replies they give to journalists. Even if they seem casual & honest, it’s all very well prepared in advance and carefully thought out.
Underneath all the legendary glitz and glamour was a truly authentic human being. Always loved this guy, but now I love him even more, after watching this interview.
I love that this is the first thing that comes up when you look for Sammy's interviews. This one is so very candid and relaxed. I really appreciate the legacy Sammy left, the work he put in, and hardships he faced, and his honesty about everything in between. I've got a lot of love for him.
Love this man. So honest and well spoken. He had more talent in his pinky nail then 99% of entertainers today. These were stars ! The big entertainers of that era were worth your time and energy. RIP Sammy.
That interviewer Tom Cottle was excellent.
He asked strong questions, and Davis didn’t shy away from any of them.
Met and worked for Mr. Davis at 18 or 20 one night gigs here on the East coast as well as working as his bodyguard during the second inauguration of Ronald Reagan in DC... Mr. Davis was one of the most grounded and realistic celebrities that I ever worked for! ... When it came time to pay me for the inauguration bodyguard service, he gave me a cash tip that actually doubled my salary!
Mr. Davis does indeed seem like The Real Deal, much much more than an entertainer. Thanks for the story; I'm not surprised. You can *feel* where he's coming from. What an aMAZing man.
Dude is a class act.
great story,Lorna Luft said he was very good to her when she was starting out as an entertainer
Total class act
Still he was in with the devil nonetheless
This guy had more talent in his little finger than anyone in Hollywood NOW. No doubt in my mind
@Richard Page Foxx doesn't have near the level of charisma.
Dam right ! I just wish he did 'nt smoke those f 'in cigs !
Well your out of your mind with that statement
Yeah he was good but you sound stupid
I subscribed to your channel because you said this Jene!
The man that interviews Sammy is kind and warm. That’s why this video is so lovely and deep.
I agree. His tone and body language are welcoming.
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I agree. You can see and feel the respect and admiration he has for Sammy.
Well said, yes you can feel the affection.
You can tell he knows a lot about Sammy too, which is a crucial respect element in interviews.
Because he doesn't have an agenda like so-called "interviewers" nowadays. Interviews are more like interrogations today.
Interviewers back then were respectful, classy, focused on the (talented) guests. No political baiting.
Exactly and especially if their guest is talking about how many paedophiles there were and are in Hollywood & someone like barbara walters jumps up and says “u’re ruining entire careers!” I was stunned. Interviews use to have class, great poise, respectful questions & demeanor.
Always a gentleman...........always a legend. Sadly missed, but never forgotten.
Love this guy. He truly was intelligent, in spite of what he thought about himself. Listen to the performers of today. Not many are even as close to being as articulate as Sam was in this interview. Not even close. RIP. You were the real thing, Sammy.
Mysterytrain3 you are exactly right, he was intelligent and spoke honest of his life.
There was only one.... and I don't like the glasses. Lol ...but like so what? Sammy is the greatest. How lucky is this interviewer?
@@sharonjmartina6085 those glasses were cazles had pair they realing in style in 80 sam had swagger ever body does have it
Sammy Davis, Jr was a genius.
Besides the fact that Sammy is one of the greatest entertainers in history, this interview also highlights another admirable aspect of who he was. He was not trying to portray himself as perfect, and despite the fact of discussing very unflattering aspects of his personality, he was not defensive or combative. He was brave, vulnerable and integrated- and therefor a true role model. I can´t imagine seeing a contemporary public person behaving in this matter, with such wisdom, truthfulness and self-reflection.
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Sammy was a luciferian. Most will just believe its just a coincidence that the number of views listed on this video by Google just HAPPENS to be stuck, for several years now, at SIX SIX SIX thousand... These predatory luciferians LOVE signalling to each other, right in your unsuspecting face...
Excellent, interview. Very respectful, which is something that doesn't happen today. I love Sammie's candor.
Yes, Sammy carried himself perfectly.
Valincia Pruitt , indeed! I'm a little young to remember much of him, but what I do remember are great memories! My parents loved him! Great, talented and very unique person! We need more Sammy type people these days.
Mark West Sadly I think that class and talent are obsolete. Sounds like you know enough about him though you're young. Your statement tells it all. Take care.
A little background, Sammy was a Black performer with a white wife and Jewish as well.. Today so called black leaders just talk the talk, Mr. Davis walked the walk.
If you'd like to meet Sam's mom... here's my interview with her, shot for my Emmy winning A&E Biography of The Rat Pack. SAM was the greatest all around showman of the 20th Century, sans pareil. ruclips.net/video/-b8OfxDfvaA/видео.html
I always felt that Sammy was one of the greatest talents ever. Singer, dancer, actor, impressionist and musician
And master of the single action pistol. Look it up, Sammy was nice with the pistol.
@@josepichardo2659 yes, he did a few TV westerns in the '50's that showed off his skill
And tell jokes .
Sounds like he inspired creatives like Jamie foxx
He was one hell of a gentleman, and boy could he dance. The last of the all-round entertainers. Don’t make them like Sammy any more.
Excellent interview. Listening to him reveal himself was gold. He reflects on his life and freely admits his human flaws and successes. Very interesting man.
To pick himself up off the floor as he did after the racist shit he experienced when in the army just makes me feel so much respect for him..He could have so easily become a broken, bitter and twisted old man, but he pushed past that and became an entertainer who'll never be forgotten.
@Walid Aladssani Right on.
I say a pressure drop, oh pressure
Oh yeah pressure goin' to drop on you
I say when it drops, oh you gonna feel it
Know that you were doing wrong.
A truly great man. He had more talent than any of his Rat Pack ginzo pals, but never bitched about it. He soldiered on, like we all must do.
@Walid Aladssani nope they'd rather blame all the other races for America's racism that started with them the white man.
@@urekmazino6800 It is a human condition, not one particular race. He mentions how being booed by his own people was one of the worst experiences.
@@davy1972 cause of the things he did back then 🤷♂️ I couldn't blame them
The interviewer is Tom Cottle...my friend and colleague. There are other interviews on my Channel. Thanks for watching!
Great interview this man Tom Cottle is a natural, just like two friends talking openly and honestly. Wonderful 🇬🇧 ❤
It was my pleasure.
A great interview --- Tom Cottle is, as Sammy Davis Jr says, "A pro". They are both pros. Sammy Davis performed on a BBC TV show introducing him to British TV audiences around 1964, and he was a huge hit. Who could not love him? Multi-talented performer who has no equal. Brilliant interview thanks.
Eileen Prose youre cool, lady!!!
I saw him TOM COTTLE AT 24. YEARS OLD WALKEN THREW PARK ST BOSTON. I WAS AFRAID TO SAY I KNOW YOU ON TV. TOM COTTLE. I WAS AFRAID HE BE SNODD SO I NEVER SAY HI.
This is a wonderfully HONEST interview from a truly remarkable human being.
A STELLAR talent that few could ever approach. Frank and Dean loved and appreciated him enormously.
It is nice to see his honesty and candor. He was a classy guy and a consummate entertainer.
A satanist as well..
Mr. Davis most Articulate and speaks well with faith, honor and Valor. You are truly loved, Admired and Respected!
To me Sammy Davis Jr had the MOST INCREDIBLE VOICE and GREAT DANCER - WHAT an ENTERTAINER! We were lucky to have him in our lives.
From 1986.
Thank you.
Thank you very much !
Still one of the greatest entertainer who ever lived
Class act cat!!!
No, he's THE greatest, not one of them.
@Mazot Hortlak You're kidding, right?
@Mazot Hortlak Who in God's name do you think is better than him? Let me be clear, I'm talking about all around talent, not just singing and dancing.
@@ItsAGoodChannel Exactly! He played all the instruments.🔥🎶🔥👍 Musical Marvel
So honest! This is probably one of the best interviews I've seen with Sammy. He was definitely one of a kind. I can't think of another performer who can top his extraordinary talent on so many fronts. Singer, Actor, dancer...A real show man!!
BTW, he was a great drummer. Check it out online. My brother is a pro drummer and is talented, too. But, Sammy is in another league. Amazing human!!
I agree. I am impressed with his honesty. He’s genuine.
An incredibly intelligent man. So grounded for such a mega-star. I sure admire him.
Davis was a satanist. Most will just believe its just a coincidence that the number of views listed on this video by Google just HAPPENS to be stuck, for several years now, at SIX SIX SIX thousand... These predatory luciferians LOVE signalling to each other, right in your unsuspecting face...
Back to the days when star meant star. Unlike today with nobodies prancing about on television.
ricky jurecki So True..
Entertainers and performers of earlier times seemed to be driven by artistic impulses. Today "entertainment" is product that is force fed to our bloated culture.
100% talent and charisma....
Queenofthegoofballs74 I gotta agree though it seems like a "get off my lawn " moment but yeah
@Queenofthegoofballs74 totally agree
Could hang with Sammy all day - a real conversationalist Sagittarian philosopher like his friend Frank Sinatra - so good so cool
What an absolutely great guy!!!!...He seems honest and humbled in this interview. What an incredible talent!!!!
when stars were stars !!!!!
This man was one of my idols as a kid growing up in the 80's what an inspiration he was even for a young man like myself who came along decades after Sammy Davis had already made a indelible mark on the world.
At least he's honest. Most entertainers are very......selfish.
different times, people had spines
Unbelievably honest, I like this guy
Big man in a small package. Respect
Brutally honest. Respect!
This man was an Amazing entertainer. And by all accounts a generous,gifted & lovely man.
who cares about the Nixon thing.
mark house Well said and I agree.
YES! It's said BIG THINGS COME IN SMALL PACKAGES. Sammy Davis jr. was small but a HUGE TALENT! RIP DEAR SAMMY DAVIS JR.
Mark House...Absolutely!!
if you consider a satanist a "lovely man".
Hear, hear!
What a beautifully laid out interview. Sammy made a point to complement him before the interview ended, that’s a high honor. I wish Fallon, Kimmel and Conan would watch this and take notes. A good interview is not just entertaining, it’s informative. I know a lot about Sammy as a fan but never heard him open up like that. I’ve seen Sammy talk for long interviews, he loved to talk and be funny and charming. But this he went deep, I enjoyed it thoroughly.
Good Lord what an interview! Both men were fabulous here. Mr. Davis moved me to tears with his introspection, honesty, clarity, and beauty. Thank you so much for a *tremendous* upload!
I saw Sammy perform at the old Carlton Celebrity Ballroom in Bloomington, Minnesota in the late 1980's. He left an indelible impression. Before or since, I have never seen a more talented, entertaining performer, and don't believe that I ever will. His blend of song, dance and comedy was far and away the best I have ever witnessed. Sammy, I can't speak to your personal peccadillos, except to acknowledge that we all have them, but I am truly blessed to have experienced your live performance. May your soul live on in heaven, and your legacy on earth.
My. granny took me to see Sammy for my 13th bday present. I saw him in Cherry Hill Nj. i was filled with joy and excitement when he performed Mr Bojangles. i was so proud I had the opportunity to see Sammy D. Dancing in Heaven with Gregory Hines.
I saw him in Vegas with Jerry Lewis in the late 80"s, Sammy is the greates entertainer of all time.
Ed C ....beautiful statement, I agree wholeheartedly. Saw him live for the first time in 75....INCREDIBLE! JOLSON & DAVIS...two greatest entertainers EVER!
We saw Sammy at the Copa in NY back in the '60's and saw Sinatra live in concert in the '70's. Both were unbelievable...impossible to pick who is the "best".
He chose to be a satanist. Or is it just a coincidence that the number of views listed on this video by Google just HAPPENS to be stuck (for several years now) at SIX SIX SIX thousand? These predatory luciferians LOVE signalling to each other, right in your unsuspecting face...
Talented man. Respect his honesty in this interview. R.I.P., Sammy.🙏❤
I saw him live! WOW ! Records did him no justice! What a Voice!...
Lucky you! I'm envious =D
A Man who gave much and went through much.. Thank you sir
The Best and most talented Entertainer of all time! Also, a Pioneer on all levels. Thank you, Sammy, for being you!
The Coolest man.... really miss him and the Rat Pack.
Great interview...he speaks candidly from the heart. A good man, indeed.
It's terrible that he only had three or four years of life remaining, and ended up being survived by both his mother and grandmother.
Fantastic interview and Sammy's brutal honesty is just amazing, I never knew much about him but I respect him so much just from the way he conducted himself in this interview.
I've just got interested in Sammy Davis jr. He seems multi talented and a very decent genuine honest man . I like his honesty .
this man was so gracious and inspiring .... peace, love and togetherness
Excellent interviewer! Good questions, great respect, let him finish his answers, etc. Even Sammy was impressed. You can see him physically relax and almost hear him say to himself, I can be honest with this guy. He's not out to get me or exploit me. I've never seen the interviewer before, but I like the way he interviews!
Without doubt, Mr Sammy Davies Jr was one of the most fabulously gifted and supremely talented human beings to ever walk the face of the earth! When I listen to the sad sob-stories on various talent shows designed to bring out the "sympathy vote", I think of your man Sammy there and just what he had to overcome in his life to be even recognised as a "Mensch". What a simply colossal achievement! And all thanks to his indomitable spirit, quite incredible talent and, ultimately, to his belief in himself. The world will never see his like again.
MsG
I wished he didn’t smoke but everybody smoked back then. Perhaps he would not have died from throat cancer. He was a very rare talent and there is none his equal still
What an incredibly awesome and sincere interview. A Irreplaceable talent!
she was one tough cookie,, his mother, sammy was a great singer and dancer ,actor such a talent the best i loved him he was a great man ,he is being so honest in this interview . but one thing you cant take away from him is that he was a great talent
Outstanding interview! I wish that Tom Cottle had conducted the interview with Sammy Davis Jr’s mother in 1997. It would have been much better. RIP Mr. Davis.
A great man who had class. His effort behind every performance was something to really see. What many people miss is his wonderful humor and endurance. I miss him and always will.
Thank you for posting this interview.
Classy guy
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Than you! I can still see baby Sammy tap dancing, in my minds eye! That brought me back, and taught me much💯
What a candid, wonderfully honest man.
Very thoughtful and insightful responses from a legend. Very self aware not at all sf centered. Have always had a high opinion of him now it's even higher.
A time when we had REAL entertainers!
60?! I grew up watching Sammy, hes cool 😎 and I appreciate his honesty completely ❤ love n light our friend!!
My man. I love Sammy, and always will.
When celebrities had talent!
Thank you for sharing Eileen! Great interview!
I saw him at the Albert Hall I'm 1988, with Sinatra and Minnelli. He was amazing.
Loved him!! What a talent way ahead of his time 🙏❤️
this is GOLD
He is my special hero. The story isthat the nurse Inow has a daughter. When she was 12 she lost an eye to a tumoer.We called him in N.Y. where he was perfotming in a show called "Golden Boy," We hop[oed he would call her. Instead, he came down to Baltimore to visit her, the next day. He stayed so long he almost was late back in N.Y, for the show. He came back several times and, I swear, saved that littlegirl's lfe.
Nat Kobitz, what an uplifting story, sure sounds like Sammy was cool thru and thru, I mean today who does that kind of stuff? He was a guy with a big ....HUGE heart..... And can u imagine what obstacles he overcame to get ahead in life?What happened to Sammy that he ended up worshiping Lucifer? I was a well known fact that he belonged to the church of Satan.
@@EscapeToCostaRicaNow Is it possible that Mr. Davis viewed the *bad* things that had happened to him in his life as that which made him grow? That overcoming Evil is what made him grow? Does what I'm saying make sense? Had everything gone all peachy for Mr. Davis, might he not instead have become an insufferable egomaniac instead of the obviously grounded man in this interview?
This an awesome story
As a latino growin up with sammy and thinking what a cool dude he was. Reading that story.....you know its true. RIP RESPECT
Nothing cool about covering your satan-worship with being a "nice guy". OR is it just a coincidence that the number of views listed on this video by Google just HAPPENS to be stuck(for several years now) at SIX SIX SIX thousand... These predatory luciferians LOVE signalling to each other, right in your unsuspecting face...
Fantastic. I am grateful you made this available.
Truly one of the greatest all-around entertainers of the 20th century. Along with Judy Garland, Bobby Darin, and possibly one or two others, Mr. Davis perfected the art of song, dance, and acting with a unique style that captivated audiences.
Mr. Davis a Man of Class and Style! You are the Greatest!
Sammy was an all around talent. Sing, dance, comedy and just generally entertaining to watch.
I thought Sammy was super old when he died but he was young only 64....then again I was very little so he did seem old to me but now my mom is near his age and she is living it up.
Tbh it look like that Hollywood lifestyle had taken his time
What a well spoken individual, he was obviously extremely smart, really interesting.
The most brutally honest man about oneself I have ever listened to! Sammy was easy to love because of the love he gave. Great memories of my childhood come flooding back every time I hear or see him. RIP Sammy.
Sammy was a class act all the way! Thank you for sharing.
I clicked onto this because I was thinking back to when I was a kid watching the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson. Sammy sang Mr. Bojangles with a beautiful tap dance and it was amazing. I wept. I think the whole audience did. Beautiful human being. R.I.P.
Sammy was so well spoken and so damn talented.
I remember many, many years ago, the very first time I saw Sammy was on early TV, with his uncle and his father. He totally blew me away with his talent and charisma. I remember I was 18 and dating a radio announcer and the first thing I did is tell him about this fabulous entertainer that was on his way to rock the world, and that is exactly what Sammy did. In this interview I very much respect his honesty and that came from him evolving and growing as a person, a spirit, and not without considerable pain. RIP dear Sammy. You did rock the world.
He tried and he was a Complete Entertainer.
What a gift. He was a gift. Making that interview available to us was a gift. He was the best.
The secret to really finding out about a person is asking uncomfortable questions in a respectful way. Wonderful to find out about the feelings about this under-rated (today) celebrity. No one growing up today knows how big Sammy was in his time...
SAMMY WAS AND ALWAYS WILL BE THE ARCHITECT OF ENTERTAINMENT!IN HIS OWN RIGHT TILL THIS DAY!!! UNSURPASSED. LOVE YA CANDY MAN!!!
Very intelligent man Sammy. Insightful interview.
I've watched the American Masters bio of him again last week. That was an amazing, frank, insightful look this amazing man. In this interview with Tom Cottle, Sammy was so vulnerable and genuine. Thank you for posting this. I haven't seen Tom Cottle in so many decades. I used to watch his show all the time. Sammy was right...Tom is a professional in the best sense of the word.
A True Sagittarius ....Honest and Philosophical
Sammy at 60, describing his own development from 53 to 60. Fantastic interview by Tom Cottle; perceptive, incisive, compassionate. Sammy's appreciation was evident at the end and both parties acquitted themselves well.
I have never seen an interview with this man, but I love how he holds himself.
Another excellent interview! This guy is a real pro. l wish l knew his name. Mr. Davis is a treasure now in the Black community. l think most people didn't "get" him or the type of music he sung. In many ways there wouldn't have been a Ray Charles as a crossover artist if it wasn't for Sammy. l still miss him. And l loved his book "Why Me?".
I8thumper THANK YOU!!!!
he is black, his father was a black man
If you can use being black to your advantage ,why not. I would bet there are more downs than ups in that kind of situation. Also, you mentioned Obama, as if everything is his fault, really? I mean come on. He looks black and was treated as such.
+Stormy D. that is the type of comment that comes from a young punk. Sammy carries himself like a man's man why cause he doesn't talk like he is street trash u say that GO FUCK YOURSELF YOU PIECE OF SHIT
Stormy D. - I guess you were never taught that a persons character means way more than any race.
A good interview from one of the all time great performers.
Sammy Davis jr. Gone but never forgotten, true TALENT ❣
..great personality, and talent... good interview
Wow I always thought he was just a blow hard.
Love Sammy Davis Jr. Great and talented entertainer and he gained some valuable insight to himself and his life as he got into his senior years. I found his honesty in this interview very refreshing.
I partied with this guy at Harrahs Villa in Tahoe- A really nice, fun guy.
thats amazing, when did you guys hang out?
+Hellcrasher Porter It was about 67-68- He was playing at Harrahs and staying at the Villa. An incredible place that you could drive a boat right under the house. Sammy really was a fun guy who liked to party. Living, growing up in Tahoe, I came across many celebrities. Billy Preston was a friend of mine and I lived half a summer with Santana.
That's awesome I grew up in Reno and spent a lot of time in tahoe
Thanks @Tahoedirt for sharing your amazing story on SD Jr. and Lake Tahoe at Harrah's. Did you get to meet or know Barbara McNair too?
I've been trying to learn more about her and from what I noticed, she often performed at Tahoe at Harvey's. Which I heard is kind of connected to Harrah's. I know in March 25-April 7, she performed at the Harrah's (one rare time) with Bill Cosby. In June 1967 for a few weeks she performed with Dean Martin's uncle at Harvey's.
I would love to know what all stars you gotten to meet and know from the Rat Pack to Barbara McNair! I love those legends of that era!
tintinesk5 haha you would think he would've mentioned the king . If in fact he was telling the truth .
Mr. Wonderful said it all 😊 In my youth I had a massive crush on Sammy 💖 Guess what . I still think he's amazing. A starting to age lady who would give anything to see him one more time. Still love you 💓 Sammy.
i can respect what Sammy attempted to offer frm an entertainment perspective....other than guest appearances on all in the family, ..charlie's ange.....i was unfamiliar with his work...few years back i watched the movie gamer and really liked the segment with Michael c hall i've got you under my skin...and did not know who was the singer and my father said...that's sammy davis...i wld guess that was when he caught my attention enough to search him related to the song and the rat pack...have never listened to an entire interview...but thank you for posting...was a very good interview, candid and informative..
I’m sure that I not only “speak” for myself, is that we all miss honest, candid replies from people in the entertainment industry. An interview such as this one - from a decent interviewer with lovely questions, to the guest who would always answer candidly and honestly, we sure do miss that. Today, every single thing is thought out and rehearsed - from instagram & what they post, to replies they give to journalists. Even if they seem casual & honest, it’s all very well prepared in advance and carefully thought out.
Sammy was the best of entertainers. He had real talent.
Underneath all the legendary glitz and glamour was a truly authentic human being. Always loved this guy, but now I love him even more, after watching this interview.
I was lucky enough to see him perform, he was a total pro, had the audience eating out of his hand. A total entertainer.
The more I learn about Sammy, the more I like him. He was very honest and blunt about his failings in this interview.
Mad respect for this man
I love that this is the first thing that comes up when you look for Sammy's interviews. This one is so very candid and relaxed. I really appreciate the legacy Sammy left, the work he put in, and hardships he faced, and his honesty about everything in between. I've got a lot of love for him.