Jimmy Dorsey
Composer

Jimmy Dorsey Net Worth

Jimmy Dorsey was a big band leader and the brother of Tommy Dorsey, born on February 29, 1904 in Shenandoah, PA. He was a renowned composer, having written two jazz-pop standards, "I'm Glad There is You" and "It's the Dreamer in Me".
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day February 29, 1904
Birth Place Shenandoah, PA
Age 116 YEARS OLD
Died On Jun 12, 1957 (age 53)
Birth Sign Pisces

💰 Net worth: $85 Million (2024)

About

Big band leader and Tommy Dorsey's brother. He was the Composer of "I'm Glad There is You" and "It's the Dreamer in Me," two jazz-pop standards.

Before Fame

He and Tommy founded Dorsey's Novelty Six, which became one of radio's first jazz bands.

Trivia

He played a number of wind instruments, including the clarinet, saxophone, and trumpet. His skills could be heard on "I'm Glad There Is You" and "It's The Dreamer In Me."

Family Life

He married Jane Porter in 1927. The couple divorced in September 1949.

Associated With

His talented vocalist was musician Helen O'Connell.

Some Jimmy Dorsey images

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