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Lee Morgan

AKA Edward Lee Morgan

Born: 10-Jul-1938
Birthplace: Philadelphia, PA
Died: 19-Feb-1972
Location of death: New York City
Cause of death: Accident - Misc [1]

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

Nationality: United States
Executive summary: The Sidewinder

[1] Shot accidentally by his girlfriend, Helen Morgan, during an argument at Slug's nightclub in New York City.

Girlfriend: Helen Morgan ("Helen More", took his name 1966, d. 1996)

    The Jazz Messengers Trumpet (1958-61, 1964-65)
    Dizzy Gillespie Trumpet (1957-58)
    U.S. Narcotic Farm
    Shot: Accidental by Helen More (19-Feb-1972)
    Died Onstage
    Risk Factors: Heroin, Cocaine






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