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New Film: Sammy Davis, Jr.: I’ve Gotta Be Me – directed by SAM POLLARD
SAMMY DAVIS, JR.: I’VE GOTTA BE ME
is the first major film documentary to examine Davis’ vast talent and his journey for identity through the shifting tides of civil rights and racial progress during 20th-century America. Sammy Davis, Jr. had the kind of career that was indisputably legendary, so vast and multi-faceted that it was dizzying in its scope and scale. And yet, his life was complex, complicated and contradictory. Davis strove to achieve the American Dream in a time of racial prejudice and shifting political territory. He was the veteran of increasingly outdated show business traditions trying to stay relevant; he frequently found himself bracketed by the bigotry of white America and the distaste of black America; he was the most public black figure to embrace Judaism, thereby yoking his identity to another persecuted minority.
Featuring new interviews with such luminaries as Billy Crystal, Norman Lear, Jerry Lewis, Whoopi Goldberg, Quincy Jones and Kim Novak, with never-before-seen photographs from Davis’ vast personal collection and excerpts from his electric performances in television, film and concert, SAMMY DAVIS, JR.: I’VE GOTTA BE ME explores the life and art of a uniquely gifted entertainer whose trajectory blazed across the major flashpoints of American society from the Depression through the 1980s.
Premiering at the 2017 Toronto International Film Festival, this moving and compelling film lets viewers see the highs and lows of this extraordinary man as he reached out to accomplish his goals to entertain the world, while people and situations continued to try and hold him down. His life and his legacy has never been documented in a feature film before now.
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Lil Duval & Cupid Drop Hot New Anthem “Go Auntie” Today- A Celebration for the Culture
Los Angeles, CA– Today, Comedian and entertainer Lil Duval teams up with the reigning king of line dance himself, Cupid, to release their latest singles “Go Auntie,” available now on all major streaming platforms. The infectious new track is a celebration of the stylish, confident, two stepping aunties that keep every family function lit – from weddings to backyard BBQs.
The release comes on the heels of a major honor for Cupid, who the State of Louisiana officially recognized as the Line Dance King of the World. With classic anthems like the multi-platinum “Cupid Shuffle,” “Flex,” and “Pop That Fan,” Cupid continues to shape culture, bring generations together, and fill dance floors across the globe.
But he’s not done yet.
On May 26th, 2025, just in time for Memorial Day Weekend, Cupid is back again with another summer banger, dropping “The Cookout (Remix)”, featuring southern hip-hop legends Bun B and Paul Wall. The remix is poised to be the go-to soundtrack for every grill master and family gathering this summer.
With being a 7x multi-platinum artist, Cupid proves yet again why he holds the crown – blending music, movement, and moments that bring people together.
“Go Auntie” is more than a song – it’s a vibe, a celebration, and a tribute to the unsung queens of the cookout,” says Cupid. “And we’re just getting started.”
Stream “Go Auntie” now on Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal and all digital music platforms.
Follow Cupid: @officialnewcupid | Follow Lil Duval: @lilduval For Interviews, appearances, or press inquiries, contact: Erin Fleeks, [email protected]
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