Benny Golson (95)
January 25th, 1929
American bebop/hard bop jazz tenor saxophonist, composer, and arranger (born 1929) – Benny Golson was born in Philadelphia (Largest city in Pennsylvania, United States) on January 25th, 1929 and is 95 years old today.
Age
How old is Benny Golson?
95
Benny Golson is 95 years old.
Biographical data
| Birthday | January 25th, 1929 (Friday) |
|---|---|
| Place of Birth | Philadelphia Largest city in Pennsylvania, United States |
| Birth sign (Zodiac) | Aquarius (The Water-Bearer) ♒ |
| Chinese Zodiac | Snake 蛇 |
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Birthday
When was Benny Golson born?
Benny Golson was born on January 25th, 1929.
Place of Birth
Where was Benny Golson born?
Philadelphia (Largest city in Pennsylvania, United States).
Zodiac
What is the zodiac sign of Benny Golson?
Benny Golson was born in the zodiac sign Aquarius (The Water-Bearer).
Chinese Zodiac
Which Chinese zodiac sign does Benny Golson have?
Benny Golson was born in 1929 in the year of the Chinese zodiac Snake.
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