The Benny Goodman Story Sammy Davis, Jr. The Benny Goodman Story The Benny Goodman Story is a biographical film starring Steve Allen and Donna Reed, directed by Valentine Davies and released by Universal-International in 1956. The film is based on the life of famed clarinetist Benny Goodman, who recorded most of the clarinet solos used in the film. The film captures several major moments in Goodman's life but it has been described as less than accurate in details. Goodman's Jewish background is mentioned only implicitly, despite its playing a part in his artistic and personal endeavors for decades. In one scene, where his mother
André Goodman André Goodman André Goodman (born August 11, 1978) is a former American football cornerback. He was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the third round, third pick of the 2002 NFL Draft. He played college football at South Carolina. Goodman has also played for the Miami Dolphins, Detroit Lions, and Denver Broncos. Goodman was an all-state wide receiver and defensive back at Eastside High School in Taylors, South Carolina. He was rated the No. 20 prospect by Super Prep during his senior season and was rated the No. 10 receiver in the Atlantic Coast region by Prep Star. Goodman also