Performer and singer Sammy Davis Jr., born 100 years ago in December 1925, was a charmer on the silver screen and on stages across the US. Davis converted to Judaism after he suffered a serious car crash and found a spiritual connection with Judaism. He fully embraced his identity of an African-American Jew. A life story to remember while embracing our Jewish legacy and fighting through the hate. | World Jewish Congress

Here's a gem of a Throwback Video: Sammy Davis, Jr. played drums and piano, as well as vibes, aside from being an amazing dancer, singer and composer. Check awseome brushwork playing Jazz! And then he moves to the piano. Some fun nostalgia! This is in Berlin, 1972. See more fun, inspiring interviews and drumming/percussion videos of many genres from over 130 countries around the world, as well as all our event coverage, interviews and documentaries in our videos album playlists down our rabbit h

Welcome back to our series for Jewish American Heritage Month, unpacking the lives and legacies of Jewish Americans who have shaped the world. Sammy Davis Jr. was a pioneer of stage, screen, and soul. Born in Harlem, he rose to stardom despite racism and segregation, dazzling audiences with unmatched talent. After a near-fatal car crash in 1954, he found deep meaning in Judaism and converted, saying, “I felt a kinship to the Jews. They and I had suffered so much.” He proudly embraced both his Bl