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Sonny Red
American jazz saxophonist and composer (1932–1981)
Sonny Red was born on December 17, 1932 in Detroit, United States and died on March 20, 1981, aged 48.
Born
December 17, 1932
Sonny Red died aged 48.
Died: March 20, 1981
- Birthplace
- Detroit, United States
- Professions
- musician, saxophonist, jazz musician
- Citizenship
- United States
More about Sonny Red
- Zodiac sign
- Sagittarius
- Birth name
- Sylvester Kyner Jr
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Questions people ask
How old was Sonny Red when they died?
Sonny Red died aged 48.
When is Sonny Red’s birthday?
Sonny Red’s recorded birthday is December 17.
Where was Sonny Red born?
Sonny Red was born in Detroit, United States.
What was Sonny Red’s name at birth?
Sonny Red’s recorded birth name is Sylvester Kyner Jr.
When did Sonny Red die?
Sonny Red died on March 20, 1981.