Jazz legend, Badin native Lou Donaldson has died
Published 7:30 pm Sunday, November 10, 2024
- Lou Donaldson gives remarks at his 96th Birthday Celebration at Dizzy’s NYC on Nov. 7, 2022. Also pictured are Jerry Weldon, Champian Fulton and Akiko Tsuruga. (Photo by Chris Drukker Photography)
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Lou Donaldson, who was born and raised in Badin and became a legendary saxophone player, died Saturday at age 98.
Donaldson’s website posted a message to fans.
“The Family of Sweet Poppa Lou Donaldson sadly confirms his death November 9, 2024. A private service will be held.
“Thank you for your support of Lou and his music throughout his career. Because of you, his legendary contributions to Jazz will live on forever.”
A full tribute to the life of Donaldson will appear later in The Stanly News & Press and thesnaponline.com.