Born:
April 29, 1899
Died:
May 24, 1974
Age:
75
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Summary

Edward Kennedy "Duke" Ellington (April 29, 1899 – May 24, 1974) was an American composer, pianist, and leader of a jazz orchestra, which he led from 1923 until his death over a career spanning more than six decades.

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Ellington in 1973
Ellington in 1973
The grave of Duke Ellington
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Jimmy Stewart and Ellington in Anatomy of a Murder.
Jimmy Stewart and Ellington in Anatomy of a Murder.
Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 6535 Hollywood Blvd.
Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 6535 Hollywood Blvd.
Ellington poses with his piano at the KFG Radio Studio November 3, 1954.
Ellington poses with his piano at the KFG Radio Studio November 3, 1954.
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