Johnny Hodges

American jazz saxophonist who played in [a=Duke Ellington And His Orchestra] for several decades and led his own groups between 1951 and 1955. Also performed intermittently in other ensembles.

Born 25 July 1907, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA - Died 11 May 1970, New York City, New York, USA.

He was husband of [a2891120] with whom they had a son, [a2310162].

Do NOT confuse with [a=Jimmie Hodges] ("Someday (You'll Want Me To Want You)")