Swing and bebop saxophonist who collaborated with the likes of Benny Goodman and Count Basie's orchestras.
He had his first gig with Isaac Goodwin's small band and went on to work with the Earl Hines Orchestra.
He was found with his neck broken on the outskirts of Las Vegas.
He had a daughter named Anita with Jeanne Goings in 1941.
He collaborated with Benny Carter's band towards the end of his life.