Music · 1920–1955

Charlie Parker — Age & Birthday

Born: 29 August 1920 · Died: 12 March 1955 · Age at death: 34

How old was Charlie Parker when he died?

Charlie Parker died aged 34. He was born on 29 August 1920 and died on 12 March 1955.

Influential jazz saxophonist and a leading figure in bebop

Did you know?He was nicknamed Yardbird, often shortened to Bird, which inspired the names of many jazz clubs and musical compositions.

Charles Parker Jr. (August 29, 1920 – March 12, 1955), nicknamed "Bird" or "Yardbird", was an American jazz saxophonist, bandleader, and composer.

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Age at death: 34
Would be: 106
Years since death: 71

Born: August 29, 1920 · Kansas City, United States
Died: March 12, 1955
Cause of death: Pneumonia, lobar pneumonia
Nationality: American
Known for: Music

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