Louie Bellson was a Grammy-nominated Italian-American jazz drummer, composer and author. On February 14, 2009, Bellson, considered by many to be one of the world's greatest drummers, died. According to Bellson's official website, the 84-year-old had recently been hospitalized after breaking a hip during a fall in November 2008.Official Website: Sad News - In Memoriam (February 15, 2009)
Announcement of Bellson's Death
"We regret to announce the unexpected passing of Louie Bellson on Feb 14, 2009. Tenative plans are for an L.A. area funeral, followed by funeral and burial in Moline, Illinois, his boyhood home. Details forthcoming."Official Website: Sad News - In Memoriam (February 15, 2009)
Condolences
According to Bellson's official website, condolences can be sent to:
- Mrs. Louie Bellson
- c/o Remo, Inc.
- 28101 Industry Drive
- Valencia, CA 91355Official Website: Sad News - In Memoriam (February 15, 2009)
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Luigi Paolino Balassoni
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Rock Falls, Illinois
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Grew up in Moline, Illinois
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Was married to the late singer and actress Pearl Bailey
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Died
February 14, 2009
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Hospitalized after breaking a hip during a fall in November 2008Official Website: Sad News - In Memoriam (February 15, 2009)
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Underwent extensive rehabilitation at a facility in Los Angeles, CaliforniaOfficial Website: Sad News - In Memoriam (February 15, 2009)
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Duke Ellington once referred to Bellson as "not only the world's greatest drummer...(but also) the world's greatest musician"Official Site: Louie Bellson Biography
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Bellson wrote numerous books on drums and percussionOfficial Site: Louie Bellson Biography
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Performed on more than 200 albums by jazz greats such as Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Benny Goodman, Tommy Dorsey and many othersOfficial Site: Louie Bellson Biography
