Lee Morgan's Death

Born (Birthday) July 10, 1938

Death Date February 19, 1972

Age of Death 33 years

Cause of Death Murder

Profession Trumpet Player

The trumpet player Lee Morgan died at the age of 33. Here is all you want to know, and more!

Biography - A Short Wiki

Trumpet player who was known for his 1963 album The Sidewinder, as well as for his presence in the hard bop musical community.

His common-law wife Helen More shot him at a saloon where his band was playing in the East Village and he died from his wounds; she was committed.