Gregory Hines Sammy Davis Jr's 60th Anniversary Celebration

[@gbrown4x4]

That last move by Sammy was HISTORY !!!!! and the way Greg kissed his shoes will do down in history !!!! CLASSIC

[@akrenwinkle]

Cringy poor taste. It was as if saying "We know you're dying."

[@keithclark7266]

​@akrenwinkle He knew at the time, as did the world. Davis' last tap step was his way of saying "goodbye"

[@akrenwinkle]

@@keithclark7266 I didn't mean what Sammy Davis did.

[@Gen_X_Rosey]

What makes this even more beautiful is the fact that Sammy Davis Jr. was sick and certainly weak, but still loved what he did so much, he got up and danced. The show was taped November 13, 1989. He died six months and three days later. Before he left this world, he knew he was loved. Just beautiful.

[@carolynwilkerson8193]

Two of the greatest. Miss both of them. RIP

[@nancymazzuca9695]

I met Sammy a long time ago and I have his neck tie whick I cherish Nancy M

[@herbertturner3785]

AMAZING!!!!!

[@GregWatson-wb8yd]

Sad they both gone

[@TheRobdarling]

He'd also recently had a hip replacement...

[@robertpearlman6089]

Its almost impossible to explain the level of talent that Sammy possessed.

[@glenbo02]

He has been called the greatest entertainer of all time. I'd go along with that. His level of ability to entertain is incredible.

[@balice806]

Well said‼️

[@andreayaya]

I loved his singing as well. SO talented.

[@johnlewis1640]

We lost Gregory way too soon, great talent.

[@cessaly100]

Yes

[@thestrengthwithin4249]

I couldn’t agree more, absolutely fantastic dancer, and a great soul and spirit 👏👏👏👏🙏🙏🙏🙏👍👍👍👍

[@RichV20]

Sammy ended up having a longer life than Gregory

[@otisroseboro5613]

Yes We Did

[@joemello7888]

He was such an all around talent. You are so right. 😢😢😢

[@dralbertpakin8895]

I loved Gregory Hines he was so talented in so many ways. Died way too young, we lost a great one but I'm glad I still get to see him dancing .

[@williammorrison1769]

Sammy at 50% was better than everyones 100%, what a talent.

[@MsJoanie47]

Just moves me to tears - two masters of the art

[@maggyablor6646]

Incredible!!! Oh my goodness!😧

[@actownsend7288]

And now they’re dancing for God!!

[@littlesheetable]

😭💜

[@otisroseboro5613]

Same Here

[@patrickvanrinsvelt4466]

Yep. Just so special when they performed together

[@jacquelinecapel5282]

Mr.Sammy Davis Jr. was the Blueprint for Gregory Hines.Both are sorely missed on Earth by me.💔😢

[@to4163]

Sammy Davis, Jr went through a lot, yet maintained his dignity and class. A class act.

[@jimmlyn]

I met a man who worked at the Riveria hotel in Las Vegas right before they closed. He told me that when Sammy would perform with the Rat Pack, he couldn't stay there, and he also had to come in through the Kitchen and not the front door. Finally Frank said if Sammy couldn't stay there and come through the front door of the casino, he would not perform there anymore. All of a sudden, Sammy was welcomed with open arms.

[@iluvmyboba]

I remember watching this when it premiered. My Grandmother said Sammy Davis Jr was sick and Gregory Hines was showing his respect for what may be the last time. I'm so grateful to GOD for Mr. Hines taking the opportunity to give this man his flowers. GOD Is Love. Rest in Peace, Sammy Davis Jr and Gregory Hines. Two phenomenal talents.

[@sarahclark6225]

When was the movie made featuring the " CHALLENGE". Hines, Davis Jr, a the ole school crew. 🎉❤

[@iluvmyboba]

@@sarahclark6225 I believe "Tap" was made in 1989. I remember the hit song "All I Want Is Forever" by the incomparable James "JT" Taylor and Regina Belle was on the soundtrack. I may be wrong ,I'm going off of memory.

[@sarahclark6225]

@@iluvmyboba TY. You right. Never saw the entire movie. Will try KZbin. so the movie was about 18 months earlier than tribute performance. I'm glad he got his flowers. Also, can you see SD,Jr's influence in Usher? as I read in a commentary.

[@bjwilliams]

​@@sarahclark6225the Hines older brother passed last year. I use yo watch Hines, Hines, and Dad on Johnny Carson in the 1970's.❤

[@macconmara7252]

Perfect comment! Thank you.

[@karenkindell8236]

One of the things I always admired about Sammy Davis Jr is that he never let anything get him down. Here he is very ill and can still tap dance his heart out. They can't make someone like him anymore. He was one of a kind and he is missed.

[@tweezee]

Do you realize how good you have to be at tap dancing to make Gregory Hines kiss your shoes?????

[@emmanuelseequeh6054]

He’s the second best dancer in the world behind MJ right or greater than MJ in dance

[@msohio]

And or how much he loves and respects you

[@davamort1364]

Yes

[@otisroseboro5613]

That Good

[@rosalindplummer879]

And Sammy had years on him and was still beyond smooth - made dancing look effortless

[@lauriefrancisco1084]

The best! I loved them both; so multitalented! We lost Gregory WAY too soon! Thanks for the memories!

[@sundance81677]

There was such a level of respect and love between them. It also felt like a mentor and student relationship as well. I always come back to this video. I love it. They were so talented and so happy here. I miss them.

[@tgree18]

They are tap dancing in heaven! 😇 👼

[@haplessasshole9615]

There's a scene in Hines's movie *Tap* in which Davis has a small but important spot? It's not a great movie, really -- short on plot and character development. In its favor are excellent direction, lighting, and photography, plus some dynamite dance scenes. Well worth watching.

[@outermarker5801]

I'm happy to have shared a time on Earth when both of them were here too. RIP, Master and Student.

[@deloresharneyharney7496]

🎉thank you for your gift Johnny williamsl😊

[@davidcoleman7368]

Sammy passed the torch to Gregory Hines . What a class act !

[@tammydodge388]

So many of Sammy's talents were under rated. He was something you just don't see much anymore, a great entertainer!

[@johnjohnson8812]

Yes, indeed! He could play many instruments, dance, sing, act, etc.. What a performer!!!

[@PapaEli-pz8ff]

Are you serious? I'm 73 years old and I have been watching Sammy for most of my life.. just like millions of other people.. all around the world! Maybe you've been listening to the wrong folks. "underrated" sounds so much like pity, which he didn't need.

[@damelalana]

Sammy’s tap swag is incredibly charismatic. I love how sharp and crisp his moves are. Xx

[@markuskyusho211]

Phantastic Mr. Sammy Davis jr.. He was the greatest Entertainer!!!!

[@madyjules]

I’m in tears!!! I was just listening to a Revisionist History episode by Malcolm Gladwell and he discusses this and he said if you don’t believe me go look it up... so I stopped the podcast and came over here and I’m in tears especially because Gladwell said “This is amazing Sammy just had a hip replacement and in less than a year he would pass away from cancer, yet his performance with the great Gregory Hines is a thing of beauty “ Well no doubt about it!! Bravo, Mr. Sammy Davis Jr!!! Rest peacefully dear man & thank you for giving so many so much joy all around the world💖

[@angieoconnor1]

Thats what you do when you really love someone and there aren't any more words to say it - you get on your knees and kiss their feet. Truely beautiful.

[@andyxfish]

This stuff just kills me. A master taking lessons from a grand master. RIP to both.

[@cherokeelaketennessee7895]

When I was a kid I didn't pay a lot of attention to Sammy, Dean, or Frank, it's what my grandparents watched. As I've gotten older, I truly appreciate the talent these guys had, especially Sammy. This is an art, an art that is almost gone. True entertainers

[@gojo2831]

I'm crazy about Sammy davis jr, I'm french, à little bite younger than Gregory was, I don't understand what's sammy was singing about, no big deal, my kind of music was hard rock, heavy metal, the crazy 80's van halen, métallica etc etc but now it's still the same when I watch sammy, Mr bojangles etc etc here on utube a tear fall down, great feelings, Great man, same thing about Gregory , they miss me like a family menber. unfortunately, nowadays in France , who cares about sammy, and Gregory? maybe some few .. hope there's heaven, and those 2 mens are happy and peace. Sorry my bad English, 👍.

[@cherokeelaketennessee7895]

@@gojo2831 Same here, I was a die hard Van Halen / Haggar, AC/DC, Lynard Skynard, rock n roll fan and still am but grown to appreciate some things that I wouldn't have given a 2nd thought of 35 years ago. I have become a big fan of jazz., John Coletrain, Billie Holiday, and Miles Davis, also current artist like Diana Krall. really appreciate jazz at the right time.

[@gojo2831]

Same thing for me, 2 days before leaving home for the army I was listening on my "big Walkman" dream, why can't this be loved ? 1986 " and when I a was at the army, here in France on radio all the days it was " you're in the army now 😁 and" final countdown " Europe. overthing à cd dealer said to me one day u 'll listen classic music or jazz, or both ones, he was right, I like Tchaikovsky, ravel, and also Django, every kind of jazz, it' s more music than especially an artist, I pick up everywhere.

[@gojo2831]

Baker, Ellington, Brubeck etc I like in the first dirty Harry movies , background music's , I call it San Francisco jazz music , with syncop rythm, hurling sax, and strong bass. but some calm, relax like let's get lost etc (sorry, hope you understand me, bad English not easy to explain my thoughts about music, not enough words . 😁) 🎶

[@gojo2831]

To resume I was "closed" in hard Rock music, buddy, girlfriend so, we where a clan, listen over kind of music =no way ! but I already like sammy, one exception= beat it, M Jackson , van halen guitar 😁 a friend was stray cat fan, but nowaday may be I'm too old for this, but here in france a lot of french artist , "singe" = do the same way) , like American RNB in French language , I can't take no more 🤣 , too many french Rihanna here, god help us, I really think I'm too old. same thing for movies, when we try to make a french movie like in American way, it's a disaster 🤣. Exactly act like the others isn't a good way,

[@73macrino]

Every time I watch this get get choked up. Beautiful people with a wonderful talent! You guys are tappin together again! RIP ❤️

[@otisroseboro5613]

Same Here

[@cribrebo7375]

What a gift.. Two of the best that ever were.. I'm watching this Thanksgiving 2023 .. 🙏🙏👏👏

[@SD-tr9nb]

This aired in 1989 when I was about 9 years old. I've never forgotten this historical television moment!😂

[@jeffkatt]

It's hard to believe that Sammy Davis passed away not long after this tribute....🤲🏾👑🤲🏾

[@GregWatson-wb8yd]

Everyone knew he was on borrowed time. His death was coming. RIP

[@jtaylor3439]

Everytime I watch this I cry. 2 very talented men gone but not forgotten ❤

[@adventurefuel5172]

Gregory Hines was a master without question, and to watch him honor, praise, and show love to his hero and inspiration is so great. You can literally feel the love he has for Sammy.

[@jkarnes7529]

When you make Gregory Hines speechless, you're that guy.

[@MicJones]

This will never get old.

[@briannewman6306]

How special was that. I saw Sammy Davis Junior many years ago at the London Palladium. As regards to all round talent, nobody comes close or ever will.

[@warrennicholsony.fernando4513]

I remember when I and my father watched this special. It blew me away then and still does now.

[@Agholor78]

You can't fake it...it's called genuine love. If you don't have it you really don't.

[@lindaconnelly5632]

This brought tears to my eyes. Two beautiful, brillant and talented people doing what they love.

[@cecimartinez1777]

That beautiful moment when u kiss one of your "IDOLS " SHOES for everything u have embraced..... PRICELESS ❤❤❤😢😢

[@daimonmarioperez9501]

Gregory Hines was an all-around entertainer. He could tap, dance, sing, and act .

[@Marie-or8uj]

Sammy does it so smoothly These two are magnificent What a talent!

[@JosephPendergrass]

Sammy and Gregory are so great together! you cant help but love and admire their fantastic abilities and such a lost art Tap is ..

[@sheilaludwig6558]

Always loved Sammy Davis Jr. What an amazing, talented man. He's greatly missed peace be to you. ❤❤❤

[@seancox46]

This video is truly special.. TWO legendary greats. Sammy and Gregory

[@yournextmovenow]

I remember watching this as a kid and being absolutely fascinated by the talent AND the honor between these two great men. Peace to their memory.

[@TaniaNSmall]

Two of our greatest!! Such a classic!

[@AnnMarie-so1ls]

I love watching Sammy sing Bo Jangels. For some reason it always makes me teary eyed. I also love his version of the song Candy Man Such a great entertainer

[@All.Natural.]

I don't know how many times I've seen this, but I always tear up. 2 legends gone too soon!❤️❤️

[@charlesleejr3775]

I Always Remembered When This Aired On TV. Two Legends Showing Love and Respect To Each Other!!!!

[@danacoleman4007]

You know, pound for pound, Sammy Davis Jr is almost certainly the greatest performer to have ever lived!

[@patriciacobb3753]

Remarkable!!!There are. No Words for The performance and ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@hanjeuring5320]

This is beyond words. Two great entertainers!!

[@kimipranger1173]

Both of these men were always so amazing; so talented! I was always in awe of their beautiful gifts of humor and dance.

[@heavystarch100]

This was days before Sammy passing!! WTF?!! BEAST MODE ACTIVATED!! Sammy performed with Gregory! A man could move the crowd with one foot in the grave with cancer!!!

[@Queensofafrica8]

Really? How many days later???....wow

[@DIDYOUSEETHAT172]

@@Queensofafrica8 Not exactly days, this special aired Feb. 4 1990, Sammy passed away May 16 1990.

[@Rusty3659]

@@DIDYOUSEETHAT172 Yes. He'd had chemo on his throat earlier that day and was just supposed to sit in the audience. This is actually the last time he was ever on a stage , it's amazing and so emotional,

[@DIDYOUSEETHAT172]

@@Rusty3659 Yep, chokes me up every time I see it. Talk about a strong spirit.

[@Frank-tb1bj]

@@DIDYOUSEETHAT172 according to IMDB it was filmed November 19, 1989. Still amazing considering he was suffering from the affects of cancer.

[@johnwest194]

my father took me to see sammy davis jr at the Elmwood Casino win Windsor, ontaro when i was a young boy of approx 12 years old and it was one of the best shows i have ever seen in my life. incredible performer and entertainer.

[@teresalegler2777]

Two great stars. Sammy Davis Jr helped bring many a dream to come true. Both men are dimming heaven with the joyC spirit and 🕺.

[@ericbush6124]

Now I'm in tears nothing else to be said Rest in Peace Great Sammy and Gregory

[@Marie70272]

I have watched this amazing talented men over and over and over again.I enjoyed every tapping moment.Miss both men so much!🥰R.I.P..I’ll bet they’re tapping all over the pearly gates.🤭

[@essencenicole9731]

When we showed REAL respect & honor to those who came before us & paved the way. We lost them both & Thank God Savion Glover was here to learn from them both to carry this forward.

[@danafripp4120]

THIS COMMENT FOR THE ENTIRE WIN!

[@otisroseboro5613]

Rip To Sammy Davis Jr & Gregory Hines ,We Still Miss You Guy's Always

[@bettynacheasare4391]

I live in Las Vegas now and I love giving directions that include Sammy Davis Jr Blvd. Tap is one if my most favorite movies. Thank you Gregory and Sammy...LEGENDS!!

[@amethystanne4586]

I have that movie in my Prime Video queue, and watched it earlier this month. My favorite part is the “Challenge!!!!” scene where SD, Gregory, Sandman Sims, and other older legends are in the 3rd story practice room doin’ their thing. Then Sammy’s character’s daughter walks into the room, and they all walk away quietly. The look she gives them? Wow! So cool!

[@Sean72_]

The late great Gregory Hines loved and idolized the late great Sammy Davis Jr like there was no tomorrow! God bless their memory.

[@freddybaggins8713]

absolutely, fantastically amazing! both of these men are such treasures. no words but thank you both for spending some time with us on earth and leaving this legacy that inspires countless, every day….❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@johnjohnson8812]

Sammy Davis Jr. was peerless in that tap dancing (along with many other things). He made it look so easy. We miss him so! R.I.P., Sammy!

[@cecimartinez1777]

It's such a blessing, no matter how old or how sick u can be when dance is in your soul,u either put on them shoes or hear the music &nothing else matters❤❤❤❤❤

[@ByronPoindexter-un8vh]

Two of the all-time greats and both legends and masters of their craft!

[@juliestevens6931]

Sammy Davis Jr. was a very special man. I really admire him. As well as Gregory Hines. What a wonderful tribute.

[@KatKiddEnt]

I recorded this when it came on tv & hv since lost it due 2 floods at home. I thought I'd nvr get 2 see this again! Thanx 4 posting it!

[@antonineantonine9267]

Fantastic Sammy Davis Jr, so full of Love, Faith and dignity

[@spaceage4594]

I come back to watch this every couple of years and repeat over and over again for about 30 mins. Thank god somebody recorded this Japanese tv show, and thank whoever uploaded this part. This is pure gold.

[@jeffreymartin5249]

Just sheer class. What a performance !!

[@dhop3419]

Sammy Davis Jr was and still is a super star.

[@jonibarger3147]

Gregory Hines has always been one of my favs. He's pretty inovative

[@theox8276]

Just a matter of opinion: I HATE TAP DANCING. But Sammy and Gregory are some of the most magnificent artists I have seen. Bless them both.

[@latymz]

Sammy was so amazing. So effortlessly. Greg was the truth. A strong hoof and with the ability to act and sing. He was funny as well. Beyond the triple threat.

[@RavenIroneagle135]

He was astonishing in White Nights dancing with the incomperable Baryshnikov! Bravo!🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@scorp0822]

I loved him and him in this movie. I've watched it too many times to count.

[@GeorgeD1965]

I remember watching this, great show and tribute!

[@rodneywilson7826]

ICONIC & EPIC🔥🔥 RIH🙏🏾 Both Sammy Davis Jr. & Gregory Hines ❤️‍🩹

[@zuazhar1630]

Davis was born backstage. He’s without a doubt the first triple threat!

[@ecoculturemanufacturing1773]

One of the reasons I started dancing at 10 years old.

[@cecileroy557]

I loved Gregory Hines!! I loved the love and respect he had for Sammy Davis Jr.

[@stevemichaels9852]

What a tribute from the great Gregory hines to the legendary Sammy Davis Jr, brought tears to my eyes. I feel honored just watching this video ❤❤🙇🏾‍♂️

[@bridgetdoman1386]

What a treat to see these two dance together.

[@ambriab1323]

Sammy taped like he had Rythem Crickets,in his shoes, I remember seeing an old black & white film footage of a 9 year old Sammy tap dancing effortlessly, incredible prodigy,RIP..

[@micheleclunen2361]

Sammy was amazing 👏 such a package of talent so long Hines was wonderful

[@JRRDPR]

Man,my feet would fall off.I always admired step dancing and even though I caught on late I know Sammy and Gregory were both perfect masters of it.

[@paulvandijck6476]

Fantastic! The love and sympathy for each other is very clear and very moving!

[@hitomi7387]

Oh Gregory, dont make me cry, Amazing both of you.

[@nickstoli]

Love the respect Hines shows Sammy.

[@darinswift490]

I have been waiting all of my life to see that. Glorious!

[@nancydenick1875]

Gregory Hines is the first to come to mind when I come across the words "tap dancing". I wish he were still around bc I dont think he was finished dazzling us.

[@sweetxoxobye]

Sammy was the master... Hines...learned and followed the best of the best.... Gotta love ❤️ it....indeed... They are legendary....young folks learn....!

[@bpmckeown2854]

I come back to this at least once a month and every time...🥲.

[@constantgardener4517]

The love. The love shared, the love projected and the love to be shared again and again.

[@govindagovindaji4662]

Beautiful men~! Beautiful dance~! Classic forever~! Dance~! Thank you~!

[@IrishAlways8]

This cheered me up, I really needed to see this. Two amazingly talented people. RIP

[@f.t652]

Both men are great Entertainers and very talented who will never be forgotten.👏👏👏

[@lynnpilarski3560]

This makes me so happy and sad at the same time!

[@ceciliamasters5972]

Theyll never be another Sammy Davis. He was suave, smooth and danced so effortlessly. It was a joy to watch him sharing his great talents with us. Thank you Mr. Davis!! 👏⭐👏⭐👏

[@tonygloster3483]

Sammy Davis jr was the entertainer’s entertainer he was that good thanks for the memories mr Davis

[@jamescastillo2405]

OMG Gregory was beautiful.😢

[@billgallaher339]

Watching SDJ is (to borrow a quote from Roger Ebert describing Paul Newman's acting in a movie) "Like watching Michael Jordan shoot free throws in your driveway". Effortless perfection.

[@arlenealberti4104]

REST IN HEAVENLY PEACE MR. DAVIS AND MR. HINES. THERE WILL NEVER BE ANYONE LIKE YOU TWO GENTLEMEN. EXTRAORDINARY MEN . SOOO TALENTED BRILLIANCE PERIOD .

[@markmed9091]

Just because you left the caps key on doesn’t mean they will be able to read it .

[@stevewisniewski5860]

Mr Sammy Davis Junior, Thank you. Gregory Hines., thank you. Your talents. Teach me inspire my children. And so many people I know that love to dance, that. Try to imitate you both. And regardless if they can or cannot. They're always successful. And that's what I tell them. It's what you believe in. It's the rhythm and the music in your mind, your soul, your heart, that's all that matters. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.