Historical Events
The Cocoanuts
George S. Kaufman and Irving Berlin's musical "The Cocoanuts" starring the Marx Brothers opens at the Lyric Theatre, NYC; runs for 276 performances
Famous Birthdays
- Carmen MartÃn Gaite, Spanish author, born in Salamanca, Spain (d. 2000)
- Jimmy Smith, American jazz musician and organist (Walk on the Wild Side), born in Norristown, Pennsylvania (d. 2005)
Sammy Davis Jr. (1925-1990)
American vaudeville, stage, and screen singer ("The Candy Man"), dancer, actor (Ocean's 11), and Rat Pack member, born in New York City
About December 8, 1925
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 98 years, 4 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Sagittarius
