As per our current Database, Grover Washington Jr. is still alive (as per Wikipedia, Last update: May 10, 2020).
Currently, Grover Washington Jr. is 80 years, 4 months and 24 days old. Grover Washington Jr. will celebrate 81rd birthday on a Thursday 12th of December 2024. Below we countdown to Grover Washington Jr. upcoming birthday.
Popular As | Grover Washington Jr. |
Occupation | Saxophonist |
Age | 80 years old |
Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
Born | December 12, 1943 (Buffalo, NY) |
Birthday | December 12 |
Town/City | Buffalo, NY |
Nationality | NY |
Grover Washington Jr.โs zodiac sign is Sagittarius. According to astrologers, Sagittarius is curious and energetic, it is one of the biggest travelers among all zodiac signs. Their open mind and philosophical view motivates them to wander around the world in search of the meaning of life. Sagittarius is extrovert, optimistic and enthusiastic, and likes changes. Sagittarius-born are able to transform their thoughts into concrete actions and they will do anything to achieve their goals.
Grover Washington Jr. was born in the Year of the Goat. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Goat enjoy being alone in their thoughts. Theyโre creative, thinkers, wanderers, unorganized, high-strung and insecure, and can be anxiety-ridden. They need lots of love, support and reassurance. Appearance is important too. Compatible with Pig or Rabbit.
A pioneer of the smooth jazz genre who was prolific composer, with hits including "Reed Seed" and "Black Frost." he released the solo album Inner City Blues.
He received his first saxophone when he was the age of eight and went on to become a freelance musician in New York.
Washington's big break happened when he had the opportunity to record for Creed Taylor's Kudu Records because Hank Crawford did not show up.
He was born in Buffalo and was raised by a saxophonist and a church chorister.
He collaborated with Bill Withers on the Grammy Award-winning song "Just the Two of Us."