Fletcher Henderson Death Cause and Date

Fletcher Henderson's Death

Born (Birthday) December 18, 1897

Death Date December 29, 1952

Age of Death 55 years

Cause of Death Stroke

Profession Pianist

The pianist Fletcher Henderson died at the age of 55. Here is all you want to know, and more!

Biography - A Short Wiki

Influential musician who contributed greatly to the evolution of big band jazz and swing music in the United States.

He was the older brother of multifaceted jazz pianist Horace Henderson, who accompanied Billie Holiday and Lena Horne throughout his career.