| Birth Day | September 8, 1923 |
| Birth Place | Illinois |
| Age | 97 YEARS OLD |
| Died On | Sep 9, 1979 (age 56) |
| Birth Sign | Virgo |
Jazz double Bassist known for his distinct sound and for his work with the Thelonious Monk Quartet.
He taught himself how to play banjo, bass, and double bass.
His live recordings with the Sonny Rollins Trio are celebrated.
He was born and raised in Chicago.
He worked on recordings with Sun Ra in the 1950s.
