Sammy Davis Jr.

de bene esse: literally, of well-being, morally acceptable but subject to future validation or exception


On this day in 1990, entertainer Sammy Davis Jr. died and while he was a polarizing and controversial figure while he lived - some labeled him an "Uncle Tom" for his white associations and political affiliations - his contributions and legacy cannot be diminished.

He is remembered here http://newsone.com/2455424/sammy-davis-jr-death/