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Biography
Dexter Gordon was an American jazz tenor saxophonist, composer, bandleader and actor. He was among the most influential early bebop musicians. Gordon's height was 6 feet 6 inches (198 cm), thus he was also known as "Long Tall Dexter" and "Sophisticated Giant". His studio and performance career spanned more than 40 years.
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Awards & recognition
- David di Donatello — Best Foreign Actor · 1987
- Grammy Award — Best Jazz Performance · 1987
- NEA Jazz Masters
- Paul Acket Award
- Academy Award — Best Actor · 1987 · nominated
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- David di Donatello — Best Foreign Actor · 1987 · nominated
- Grammy Award — Best Jazz Performance · 1987 · nominated
- NAACP Image Award — Outstanding Actor in a Motion Picture · 1987 · nominated
- Golden Globe Award — Best Actor – Motion Picture Drama · 1986 · nominated
