About
Nicknamed Slammin' Sammy, he was one of the world's highest-ranked golfers for nearly 40 years.
Before Fame
He started caddying at the age of 7.
Trivia
He won 82 PGA Tour events, including seven majors, but never managed to win a U.S. Open.
Family Life
He married Audrey Karnes in 1940; they remained married for 50 years.
Associated With
He and Tiger Woods are two of the greatest golfers of all time.
