Industry May 27, 2026

Sonny Rollins, Jazz Saxophone Legend, Dies at 95

The tenor player was equally heralded onstage by his peers as he was offstage with prestigious awards

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Sonny Rollins, Jazz Saxophone Legend, Dies at 95

Jazz tenor saxophone player Sonny Rollins has died at the age of 95. Rollins was celebrated by his peers both for his stage performances and for receiving prestigious awards.

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