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Kim Novak Urges Accurate Portrayal of Davis Relationship

9/4/2025

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Kim Novak is worried that the film "Scandalous!" will focus on sexual elements rather than their personal relationship with Sammy Davis Jr.
Novak's manager emphasized the need for an accurate representation of their relationship, which was affected by racial bias.
The film is scheduled for release in 2026; Novak's relationship with Davis ended due to pressure from Columbia Pictures' Harry Cohn.

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Story summary

Kim Novak is worried that the film "Scandalous!" will focus on sexual elements rather than their personal relationship with Sammy Davis Jr.
Novak's manager emphasized the need for an accurate representation of their relationship, which was affected by racial bias.
The film is scheduled for release in 2026; Novak's relationship with Davis ended due to pressure from Columbia Pictures' Harry Cohn.