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Sam Cooke — Age & Birthday

Born: 22 January 1931 · Died: 11 December 1964 · Age at death: 33

How old was Sam Cooke when he died?

Sam Cooke died aged 33. He was born on 22 January 1931 and died on 11 December 1964.

Pioneering singer and songwriter known as the King of Soul

Did you know?He was one of the first major Black artists to found his own record label and music publishing business.

Samuel Cooke (né Cook; January 22, 1931 – December 11, 1964) was an American soul singer and songwriter.

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Age at death: 33
Would be: 95
Years since death: 61

Born: January 22, 1931 · Chicago, United States
Died: December 11, 1964
Cause of death: Gunshot wound
Nationality: American
Known for: Music, Art

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Child: Linda Womack

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