As per our current Database, Gil Scott-Heron has been died on May 27, 2011 (age 62).
When Gil Scott-Heron die, Gil Scott-Heron was 62 years old.
| Popular As | Gil Scott-Heron |
| Occupation | Poet |
| Age | 62 years old |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries |
| Born | April 1, 1949 (Chicago, IL) |
| Birthday | April 1 |
| Town/City | Chicago, IL |
| Nationality | IL |
Gil Scott-Heron’s zodiac sign is Aries. According to astrologers, the presence of Aries always marks the beginning of something energetic and turbulent. They are continuously looking for dynamic, speed and competition, always being the first in everything - from work to social gatherings. Thanks to its ruling planet Mars and the fact it belongs to the element of Fire (just like Leo and Sagittarius), Aries is one of the most active zodiac signs. It is in their nature to take action, sometimes before they think about it well.
Gil Scott-Heron was born in the Year of the Ox. Another of the powerful Chinese Zodiac signs, the Ox is steadfast, solid, a goal-oriented leader, detail-oriented, hard-working, stubborn, serious and introverted but can feel lonely and insecure. Takes comfort in friends and family and is a reliable, protective and strong companion. Compatible with Snake or Rooster.
American jazz poet, musician, and spoken-word performer who is remembered for works such as The Last Holiday and Winter in America. He released his first studio album, Small Talk at 125th and Lenox, in 1970.
He attended Lincoln University because it was the alma mater of his literary idol, Langston Hughes.
He released influential recordings right up until his death in 2011. His final work was the critically-acclaimed 2010 album, I'm New Here.
His father, Gil, was a Jamaican soccer player.
His spoken word poetic style influenced the work of Public Enemy's Chuck D and other rap and hip-hop artists.
