Eddie Jefferson
American singer
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Summary
Eddie Jefferson was born on August 3, 1918[1], in Pittsburgh[2]. He died on May 9, 1979[3], in Detroit[4]. He worked as a singer[5], jazz musician[6], and musician[7]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (265 views/month, #7,256 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: United States[9]
- Ethnic group: African Americans[10]
- Field of work: vocalese[11]
- Sex or gender: male[12]
- Genre: jazz[13]
- Record label: Muse Records[14]
- Family name: Jefferson[15]
- Given name: Eddie[16]
- Manner of death: homicide[17]
- Instrument: voice[18]
- Described by source: Biographical Dictionary of Afro-American and African Musicians[19]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[20]
Why It Matters
Eddie Jefferson has Wikipedia articles in 9 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[21] He is known by 7 alternative names across languages and contexts.[22]
FAQs
Where was Eddie Jefferson born?
Eddie Jefferson was born in Pittsburgh[2].
Where did Eddie Jefferson die?
Eddie Jefferson died in Detroit[4].
What did Eddie Jefferson do for work?
Eddie Jefferson worked as a singer[5], jazz musician[6], and musician[7].