Jimmy Slyde

Acting

October 2, 1927 — May 16, 2008

Atlanta, Georgia, USA

4 movies

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.

🎬 Jimmy Slyde's Filmography

4 movies sorted by popularity

6.6

Max Washington has just been released from prison after serving time for burglary. He returns to his old hangout, a hoofer club. His old girl friend, Amy, who still works at the club as a Tap instructor, is less than thrilled to see him. Her father, Little Mo, is happy to see him, because he has plans for a show involving Max. In addition, Max's old partners in crime have another job for him.

Tap

1989

A primetime TV concert special celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Apollo Theater with Motown legends.

Motown Returns to the Apollo

1985

7.0

ABOUT TAP features stylistic performances and recollections by three of America’s leading male tap dancers: Steve Condos, Jimmy Slyde, and Chuck Green.

About Tap

1985

The famous rhythm and blues revue featuring such standards as the title song, "After You've Gone" and "In a Sentimental Mood," to name just a few, and sung by R&B legends Ruth Brown, Linda Hopkins and Carrie Smith.

Black and Blue: A Musical Revue

1993