Jimmy Slyde

Jimmy Slyde

  • Birthday: 1927-10-02
  • Deathday: 2008-05-16
  • Place of birth: Atlanta, Georgia, USA

Biography

James Titus Godbolt, known professionally as Jimmy Slyde and also as the "King of Slides", was an American tap dancer known for his innovative tap style mixed with jazz. Slyde was a popular rhythm tap dancer in America in the mid-20th century, when he performed on the nightclub and burlesque circuits.

Filmography

About Tap

1985

As Self

The Human Hambone

2005

As Self

Tap

1989

As Slim

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