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Memphis Slim
American recording artist; blues pianist, singer, and composer (1915–1988)
Memphis Slim was born on September 3, 1915 in Memphis, United States and died on February 24, 1988, aged 72.
Born
September 3, 1915
Memphis Slim died aged 72.
Died: February 24, 1988
- Birthplace
- Memphis, United States
- Professions
- musician, blues pianist, recording artist, composer, singer-songwriter
- Citizenship
- United States
More about Memphis Slim
- Zodiac sign
- Virgo
- Birth name
- John Len Chatman
- Pseudonyms
- Peter Chatman, L.C. Frazier, Memphis Slim
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Questions people ask
How old was Memphis Slim when they died?
Memphis Slim died aged 72.
When is Memphis Slim’s birthday?
Memphis Slim’s recorded birthday is September 3.
Where was Memphis Slim born?
Memphis Slim was born in Memphis, United States.
What was Memphis Slim’s name at birth?
Memphis Slim’s recorded birth name is John Len Chatman.
When did Memphis Slim die?
Memphis Slim died on February 24, 1988.