Big Bill Broonzy
AKA William Lee Conley Broonzy
Born: 26-Jun-1898
Birthplace: Scott, MS
Died: 15-Aug-1958 [1]
Location of death: Chicago, IL
Cause of death: Cancer - Throat
Remains: Buried, Lincoln Cemetery, Blue Island, IL
Gender: Male
Race or Ethnicity: Black
Sexual orientation: Straight
Occupation: Musician
Nationality: United States
Executive summary: Blues singer and guitarist
Military service: US Army (1917-19)
[1] As appears on birth certificate of Broonzy's twin sister.
Father: Frank Broonzy
Mother: Mittie Belcher
Wife: (m.)
Girlfriend: Pim van Isveldt (one son)
Son: Michael
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