Bobby Hackett date of birth:

January 31, 1915

How old was Bobby Hackett when died?

61

Where was Bobby Hackett born?

Providence, Rhode Island, United States

When did Bobby Hackett die?

June 7, 1976

What is Bobby Hackett's occupation?

Bandleader, sideman

What genre is Bobby Hackett's work?

Big band, Swing, Jazz

What instruments does Bobby Hackett play?

Trumpet, Cornet, Guitar

Short Biography

Robert Leo "Bobby" Hackett (January 31, 1915 – June 7, 1976) was an American jazz musician who played trumpet, cornet and guitar with the bands of Glenn Miller and Benny Goodman in the late 1930s and early 1940s. Hackett is probably best known for being the featured soloist on some of the Jackie Gleason mood music albums during the 1950s.