Jerry Lewis on comedy and his bond with Sammy Davis, Jr.
About the Episode
On August 3, 2015, Jerry Lewis sat down for a conversation about his path to becoming a comedian and how his and Sammy Davis, Jr.'s careers and lives were intertwined through a lifelong friendship and mutual respect. Interview conducted for "Sammy Davis Jr.: I've Gotta Be Me" (2019).
Aired:
12/06/23
| Expires: | Runtime: 9m 45s
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