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Chicago to honor ‘Godfather of Steppin’ with street dedication in West Pullman​on May 3, 2025 at 5:38 pm

A South Side community will celebrate the legacy of Sam Chatman, known as the “Godfather of Steppin’.”   

ByABC7 Chicago Digital Team

Saturday, May 3, 2025 12:08PM

Sam Chatman is known for his cultural legacy in Chicago. He is also the father of ABC7 Anchor Samantha Chatman.

CHICAGO (WLS) — A street in Chicgago’s West Pullman neighborhood will be dedicated to honor Sam Chatman, known as “The Godfather of Steppin’.”

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He is also the father of ABC7 anchor Samantha Chatman.

On Saturday, the Chicago community will his influence and cultural legacy at the Visions Odeum & Events.

Samantha will host the event along with house music icon Farley “Jackmaster” Funk and 21st Ward Alderman Ronnie Mosley.

The event begins at 5:30 p.m. at the corner in the parking lot of the event center at 119th and Loomis Street.

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 A South Side community will celebrate the legacy of Sam Chatman, known as the “Godfather of Steppin’.”

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