Sammy Davis Jr. creme colored 2-piece Sy Devore suit. ...

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Sammy Davis Jr. creme colored 2-piece Sy Devore suit. Sammy Davis Jr. creme colored 2-piece Sy Devore suit. (1979) Sammy Davis Jr. aka "Mister Show Business" spent most of his 66 years entertaining. His effusive style of song and dance made him a marquee fixture in Las Vegas where he ruled the roost among fellow "Rat Pack" colleagues Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin. Davis' storied career lead him to stints in acting and even political activism during the civil rights movement. This is a custom made personal Sammy Davis Jr. 2-piece suit. Created by Sy Devore, the suit consists of (1) crème colored jacket with wide peak lapel with ivory piping around lapel and 1-button front closure. With breast pocket and 2 hip flap pockets. Sy Devore makers label on inner lining with and internal pocket bias label with "Sammy Davs Jr." and "2-14-79" typed. (1) Matching jumper of pants and integral button front vest attached and bias label under waistband with "Sammy Davis Jr. 2-14-79" typed. In vintage, very good condition. Acquired from the Sammy Davis, Jr. Estate.

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