Duke Ellington's biography
Duke Ellington is 75 years old pianist born at Washington, D.C.. He was born on Saturday 29th of April 1899. According to year of birth 1899 he belongs to Lost Generation. Birthday on 29th of April means he is Taurus. Taurus is most stable sign of Zodiac, that is the reason it is also included in the earthy sign of the Zodiac Belt. One born with this Moon Sign (Not a Rising Sign) is very stable and balanced through their mind.
He is citizen of United States of America. His primary profession is to be pianist. You can know him also as composer, autobiographer, jazz musician, conductor, bandleader, record producer, film score composer, musician, music arranger, lyricist. He is recently known as jazz arranger.
Duke Ellington's family
Duke Ellington's ex spouse
Edna Thompson
Duke Ellington and Edna Thompson have been together.
He has 1 son.
Duke Ellington's son: Mercer Ellington
Duke Ellington's son's name is Mercer Ellington. He is known as trumpeter. His son was born on Tuesday 11th of March 1919 in Washington, D.C.. His son died on Thursday 8th of February 1996 in Copenhagen. Mercer Ellington was 97 years old, when this happened.
Duke Ellington's schools
We found 1 school He attended. Name of the school: Armstrong High School.
Duke Ellington's career
His main focus is to be pianist. He is famous thanks to Just Squeeze Me (But Please Don't Tease Me). He is also a member of American Academy of Arts and Letters. Maybe you are curious what instrument does he play ? He plays piano.
How did Duke Ellington die
He died on on Friday 24th of May 1974 when he was 75 years old at New York City. Duke Ellingtons death was caused by lung cancer. It happend like natural causes.
Awards and competitions
Duke Ellington's Awards
- He received award for German Film Award for best original music for work Jonas in 1957
Duke Ellington's Nominations
- He was nominated for Academy Award for Best Original Musical Score for work Paris Blues in 1961
Duke Ellington's body shape
Lets describe how Duke Ellington looks. We will focus on his body shape. Body build is average.
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