Biography

Howard McGhee was born on February 6, 1918 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA. He was an actor, known for Joyful Noise (2012), The Joe Franklin Show (1950) and In memoriam Charlie Parker (1967). He was married to Tina. He died on July 17, 1987 in New York City, New York, USA.

Influential bebop jazz trumpeter and arranger of the 1940's and 50's, best remembered for his work with the bands of Lionel Hampton and Andy Kirk. Later famously recorded with Charlie Parker and Fats Navarro. His later career was severely encumbered by drug addiction and as a victim of racism.

Survived by his wife, Tina, his two sons, Howard, and David, and two daughters, Dru Ann, and Joylin.