Sammy Davis Jr.'s Biopic In The Works By Lionel Richie

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A Sammy Davis Jr. biopic is set to hit the big screen.

According to Deadline, "Davis' heirs are joining a production team led by Lionel Richie, di Bonaventura, and Mike Menchel."

Lionel Richie says "I cannot tell you how excited I am about the signing of the Sammy Davis Jr. project with Paramount...I knew and loved Sammy dearly." 

Lionel Richie is said to be the key in getting all the rights for the deals on the project.