Sam Lucas: Sam Lucas. Actor: Uncle Tom's Cabin. Sam Lucas was an African-American actor, comedian, singer and songwriter born to free black parents in 1848. A former barber, he was once described as the "Grand Old Man of the Negro Stage". As a youngster he showed talent for guitar and singing. He started as a black-face minstrelsy on riverboats around 1858, later became a more serious drama actor with roles in 'The...
Known For: Uncle Tom's Cabin (Uncle Tom), Lime Kiln Club Field Day (Club Member)