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Les Brown

American bandleader (1912-2001) · United States · On the map · Musicians · Died at 88

Lester Raymond Brown was an American jazz musician who for over six decades (1938-2000) led his big band, later called Les Brown and His Band of Renown.

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Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

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Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1912 to 2001 · aged 88

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