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Altovise DavisAmerican actress and dancer
Date of Birth: 30.08.1943
Country:  USA |
Content:
- Birth and Early Life
- Career as Dancer
- Marriage to Sammy Davis Jr.
- Acting Career
- Financial Struggles after Sammy's Death
- Personal and Philanthropic Endeavors
- Death and Legacy
Birth and Early Life
Altovise Davis, born Altovise Joan Gore on August 30, 1943, in Charlotte, North Carolina, spent her formative years in Brooklyn, New York.
Career as Dancer
In the 1960s, Altovise embarked on a successful career as a dancer, performing in musical shows in both London and on Broadway.
Marriage to Sammy Davis Jr.
In 1968, fate brought Altovise and Sammy Davis Jr. together on the set of "Golden Boy." Their romance blossomed into marriage on May 11, 1970, officiated by renowned civil rights activist Reverend Jesse Jackson. The couple enjoyed a blissful union for 20 years, welcoming their son Manny into the world in 1989.
Acting Career
Alongside her dancing, Altovise pursued an acting career, appearing in television series such as "Charlie's Angels" and "CHiPs." She also graced the silver screen in films like "Welcome to Arrow Beach" and "Castles in the Sky."
Financial Struggles after Sammy's Death
Sammy Davis Jr.'s passing in 1990 left Altovise facing significant tax issues. Despite resolving them in 1997, she remained on the list of 250 delinquent taxpayers in 2008. She initiated a lawsuit against two former business associates, who she claimed contributed to her tax burden. The case was still ongoing at the time of her death.
Personal and Philanthropic Endeavors
Altovise Davis dedicated herself to various charitable causes in Los Angeles, supporting organizations like SHARE Inc., which provided assistance to disabled and abused children. In 2004, it was reported that she had sought treatment for alcoholism.
Death and Legacy
Altovise Davis passed away on March 14, 2009, due to complications from a stroke. She is remembered as a talented actress, dancer, and philanthropist who will forever be associated with her iconic husband, Sammy Davis Jr.
