Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News Editorials & Other Articles General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search

Showbiz

Zambero

(9,775 posts)

2. And member of the Rat Pack

Reply to mahatmakanejeeves (Original post)

Mon Dec 9, 2024, 12:47 PM

Dec 9

Through the early 60's, Davis had been a regular featured performer at the big Las Vegas venues, but was denied accomodations there because of his race. Fellow Rat-Packer Frank Sinatra for one was furious over this, and brought in and paid for onsite mobile setups for Davis. It wasn't until Civil Rights legislation was passed that black entertainers were afforded the same basic rights that their fans enjoyed. I suppose those who fought for and secured civil and voting rights for those previously denied would be regarded as being "woke".

Edit history

Please sign in to view edit histories.

Recommendations

0 members have recommended this reply (displayed in chronological order):

2 replies

= new reply since forum marked as read

Highlight:

On December 8, 1925, singer, dancer, actor Sammy Davis Jr. was born. [View all] mahatmakanejeeves Dec 9 OP

I remember seeing the "Two Ounces of Tin" episode of "The Rifleman." Different Drummer Dec 9 #1

And member of the Rat Pack Zambero Dec 9 #2