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Hugh Masekela
South African jazz trumpeter
Hugh Masekela was born on April 4, 1939 in Witbank, South Africa and died on January 23, 2018, aged 78.
Born
April 4, 1939
Hugh Masekela died aged 78.
Died: January 23, 2018
Source:
Synchronized from Wikidata on October 5, 2026.
- Birthplace
- Witbank, South Africa
- Professions
- trumpeter, composer, jazz musician, recording artist
- Citizenship
- South Africa
More about Hugh Masekela
- Zodiac sign
- Aries
- Birth name
- Hugh Ramopolo Masekela
Family
- Spouse
- Miriam Makeba
- Sibling
- Barbara Masekela
Official links & social profiles
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Questions people ask
How old was Hugh Masekela when they died?
Hugh Masekela died aged 78.
When is Hugh Masekela’s birthday?
Hugh Masekela’s recorded birthday is April 4.
Where was Hugh Masekela born?
Hugh Masekela was born in Witbank, South Africa.
What was Hugh Masekela’s name at birth?
Hugh Masekela’s recorded birth name is Hugh Ramopolo Masekela.
When did Hugh Masekela die?
Hugh Masekela died on January 23, 2018.