Ramsey Lewis
- January 10, 2024
- Pianist
Quick Facts
| Full Name | Ramsey Lewis |
| Occupation | Pianist |
| Date Of Birth | May 27, 1935(1935-05-27) |
| Age | 89 |
| Birthplace | Chicago |
| Country | United States |
| Birth City | Illinois |
| Horoscope | Taurus |
Ramsey Lewis Biography
| Name | Ramsey Lewis |
| Birthday | May 27 |
| Birth Year | 1935 |
| Place Of Birth | Chicago |
| Home Town | Illinois |
| Birth Country | United States |
| Birth Sign | Taurus |
| Parents | Pauline Lewis, Ramsey Lewis Sr. |
| Spouse | Janet Tamillow , Geraldine Taylor |
| Children(s) | Dawn Lewis, Frayne Lewis, Kevyn Lewis, Ramsey III Lewis, Denise Lewis, Robert Lewis, Kelly Lewis |
Ramsey Lewis is one of the most popular and richest Pianist who was born on May 27, 1935 in Chicago, Illinois, United States. He is well- known for his ability appeal to non-jazz audiences. For many years, he hosted the Chicago WNUA Ramsey Lewis Morning Show.
He often collaborated with Herbie Hanscock.
He was the son of Ramsey Lewis Sr., and Pauline Lewis. At four years of age, he began to play the piano.
Ramsey Lewis Net Worth
| Net Worth | $8 Million |
| Source Of Income | Pianist |
| House | Living in own house. |
Ramsey Lewis is one of the richest Pianist from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Ramsey Lewis 's net worth $8 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
At the age of 15, he was a member The Cleffs. This was his first ever jazz band. During his time at DePaul University, he helped to form the Ramsey Lewis Trio.
Three singles were awarded to him: The In Crowd, Hang On Sloopy and Wade in Water. They were all gold by 1966.
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
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Who is Ramsey Lewis Dating?
According to our records, Ramsey Lewis married to Janet Tamillow , Geraldine Taylor. As of December 1, 2023, Ramsey Lewis’s is not dating anyone.
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Facts & Trivia
Ramsey Ranked on the list of most popular Pianist. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Ramsey Lewis celebrates birthday on May 27 of every year.
Where is Ramsey Lewis now?
Lewis is artistic director of Jazz at Ravinia (an annual feature at the Ravinia Festival in Highland Park, Illinois) and helped organize Ravinia’s Jazz Mentor Program.
What is Ramsey Lewis famous for?
Lewis earned his first gold record, as well as a Grammy award for Best Jazz Performance, for their swinging version of Dobie Gray’s hit “The In Crowd.” He returned to the pop charts in 1966 with versions of “Hang On Sloopy” and “Wade In The Water.” Throughout the years, Lewis’ trio has undergone membership changes, all …
What genre is Ramsey Lewis?
Jazz
How old is Ramsey Lewis?
87 years (May 27, 1935)
Is Ramsey Lewis still performing?
“But, overall, he’s retired. He doesn’t miss hotels or airports.” Since that Chicago Jazz Festival performance, “I saw such a weight come off of him,” adds Jan Lewis. “Most road musicians don’t have that luxury of retiring, so we’re fortunate.