Johnny Hodges

American jazz saxophonist who played in Duke Ellington And His Orchestra for several decades and led his own groups between 1951 and 1955. Also performed intermittently in other ensembles.
Born 25 July 1907, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA - Died 11 May 1970, New York City, New York, USA.
He was husband of Edith Cue Hodges.

Do NOT confuse with Jimmie Hodges ("Someday (You'll Want Me To Want You)")