Jimmy Slyde
An image from Tap, one of the productions that also features Jimmy Slyde.

Jimmy Slyde

October 2, 1927 — Atlanta, Georgia, USA

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.

Tap

Tap

1989

About Tap

About Tap

1985