Benny Goodman

American jazz musician, band leader

Jazz clarinetist who rose to become the pre-eminent swing bandleader of the 1930s, with an empire that launched many an act.

Born	May 30, 1909
Hometown	Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Height	6'5" (1.96m)

Spouse	Alice Hammond Duckworth (m 1942 - 1978)
Children	Rachel Goodman , Benji Goodman
Parents	David Goodman , Dora Grisinsky

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Rose Ayling-Ellis and AJ Odudu came out on top in the 'Strictly Come Dancing' semi-final.

The Dambusters' Great Escape

2014

Twelve Star Salute

1961

A Song Is Born

1h 53min

1948

Sweet and Low-Down

1h 16min

1944

The Gang's All Here

1h 43min

1943

Swing Into Spring