Benny Golson

About Benny Golson

Birth Day: January 25, 1929
Birth Place: Philadelphia, PA

Benny Golson

Benny Golson was born on January 25, 1929 in Philadelphia, PA. NEA Jazz Masters Award winner and bebop jazz saxophonist who has played with the likes of Lionel Hampton.
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Popular As Benny Golson
Occupation Saxophonist
Age 95 years old
Zodiac Sign Aquarius
Born January 25, 1929 (Philadelphia, PA)
Birthday January 25
Town/City Philadelphia, PA
Nationality PA

๐ŸŒ™ Zodiac

Benny Golsonโ€™s zodiac sign is Aquarius. According to astrologers, the presence of Aries always marks the beginning of something energetic and turbulent. They are continuously looking for dynamic, speed and competition, always being the first in everything - from work to social gatherings. Thanks to its ruling planet Mars and the fact it belongs to the element of Fire (just like Leo and Sagittarius), Aries is one of the most active zodiac signs. It is in their nature to take action, sometimes before they think about it well.

๐ŸŒ™ Chinese Zodiac Signs

Benny Golson was born in the Year of the Snake. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Snake are seductive, gregarious, introverted, generous, charming, good with money, analytical, insecure, jealous, slightly dangerous, smart, they rely on gut feelings, are hard-working and intelligent. Compatible with Rooster or Ox.

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About

NEA Jazz Masters Award winner and bebop jazz Saxophonist who has played with the likes of Lionel Hampton.

Before Fame

He joined Bull Moose Jackson's rhythm and blues band after graduating from Howard University.

Trivia

He wrote the song 'I Remember Clifford' in memory of his former friend and bandmate, Clifford Brown.

Family Life

He married a woman named Bobbie.

Associated With

He made a cameo in the 2004 Tom Hanks film The Terminal.

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