Edward Kennedy "Duke" Ellington was an American composer, pianist, and leader of a jazz orchestra from 1923 through the rest of his life. Born in Washington, D.C., Ellington was based in New York City from the mid-1920s and gained a national profile through his orchestra's appearances at the Cotton Club in Harlem.
| Name | Duke Ellington |
|---|---|
| Also Known As | Edward Kennedy Ellington |
| Birthday | 1899-04-29 |
| Deathday | 1974-05-24 |
| Gender | Male |
| IMDB | Duke Ellington profile on IMDB |
| Place of Birth | Washington, District of Columbia, USA |
