Our Uncle Sam: The Sam Cooke Story From His Family's Perspective

Join Jacqueline Foreman as she interviews author Erik Greene, Sam Cooke's great-nephew and author of the book Our Uncle Sam: The Sam Cooke Story From His Family's Perspective. Sam Cooke, his silky voice, dashing smile, and laundry list of hit records have managed to withstand the test of time. Now the extraordinary life of the man who invented soul music is remembered by those who knew him best, his family. Erik Greene has compiled cherished memories and personal photos celebrating the private life of this legendary superstar. Sam's family reveals how his sparkling personality, captivating presence and enormous generosity not only made him a popular entertainer in the music industry, but a favorite within the family as well.