Jimmy Slyde

Birthday: October 2nd, 1927 Date of Death: May 16th, 2008 Place of Birth: 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.