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Dexter Gordon

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Musician

Dexter Gordon

American jazz saxophonist (1923 to 1990)

Dexter Gordon was born on February 27, 1923 and died on April 26, 1990, aged 67.

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Born
February 27, 1923, Los Angeles
Died
April 26, 1990
Zodiac sign
Pisces
Country
United States
Known as
Musician

Official links: Official website (DexterGordon.com) · X · YouTube · Wikipedia

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  • Dexter Gordon was born on a Tuesday.
  • Dexter Gordon would have turned 103 in 2026.
  • Half birthday: August 27. Birthstone: Amethyst.
  • Dexter Gordon belongs to Born before 1946, the stars born before the Baby Boom.

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Leonid GaidaiFilm director · January 30, 1923Marcel MarceauActor · March 22, 1923Charles DurningActor · February 28, 1923Lola FloresActor · January 21, 1923Bonita GranvilleActor · February 2, 1923Wes MontgomeryMusician · March 6, 1923

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When was Dexter Gordon born?

Dexter Gordon was born on February 27, 1923 and died on April 26, 1990, aged 67.

What is Dexter Gordon’s zodiac sign?

Pisces, born February 27.

Does Dexter Gordon have an official website?

Yes: DexterGordon.com.