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Eddy Duchin - Trivia, Family, Bio

American pianist and bandleader who tragically died from leukemia in 1951. He is remembered for popular songs like 1938's Ol' Man Mose.

Before Fame

He was a pharmacist before becoming a full-time musician.

Trivia

He was the center of controversy after some listeners mistook the lyric "bucket" in his song Ol' Man Mose for a curse word.

Family Life

His parents Tillie and Frank were Jewish immigrants.

Associated With

His biggest hit, Ol' Man Mose, was originally performed by Louis Armstrong.