Coleman Hawkins

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Coleman Hawkins

AKA Coleman Randolph Hawkins

Born: 21-Nov-1904
Birthplace: St. Joseph, MO
Died: 19-May-1969
Location of death: New York City
Cause of death: Pneumonia
Remains: Buried, Woodlawn Cemetery, Bronx, NY

Gender: Male
Race or Ethnicity: Black
Sexual orientation: Straight
Occupation: Jazz Musician

Nationality: United States
Executive summary: Jazz tenor saxophonist

Wife: Gertrude ("Gertie", dancer, m. 15-Dec-1923)

Risk Factors: Alcoholism

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