Saxophonist

Art Pepper, R.I.P. – Cause of Death, Date of Death, Age at Death

The saxophonist Art Pepper passed away at age 56, this age of death has to be considered premature. What was the cause of death? Below is all you want to know regarding the death of Art Pepper and more!

Biography - A Short Wiki

One of the best alto saxophone players to ever perform who is often associated with the West Coast jazz movement.

He started playing saxophone professionally in the 1940s with the likes of Benny Carter and Stan Kenton.

He was a heroin addict and spent a lot of time in prison, where he continued to play saxophone.

How did Art Pepper die?

Art Pepper's death was caused by stroke.

Pepper died of a stroke in Los Angeles on June 15, 1982, aged 56.

Information about the death of Art Pepper
Cause of deathStroke
Age of death56 years
ProfessionSaxophonist
BirthdaySeptember 1, 1925
Death dateJune 15, 1982
Place of deathLos Angeles, California, United States
Place of burialN/A