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Bill Lee
(1928-2023)
American musician
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William James Edwards Lee (July 23, 1928 – May 24, 2023) was an American musician. He was the father of Spike Lee and Joie Lee. He composed original music for many of his son's films, including She's Gotta Have It (1986), School Daze (1988), Do the Right Thing (1989) and Mo' Better Blues (1990). Lee was involved in many releases from the Strata-East jazz record label, including directing the 1980 album The New York Bass Violin Choir.

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Born Bill Lee
23 July 1928
Atlanta, Georgia, USA
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24 May 2023 (aged 94)
Zodiac Cancer
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