Sonny Rollins, jazz saxophone giant, dies at 95
Sonny Rollins, the legendary jazz saxophonist and composer, died on May 25 at age 95. He was a leading figure in jazz, known for his innovative improvisation and a unique concert format he pioneered. Rollins recorded about twenty major albums in jazz history and collaborated with icons such as John Coltrane, Charlie Parker, and Miles Davis. His death was reported by Le Monde on May 26, 2026.
Key facts
- Sonny Rollins died on May 25, 2026.
- He was 95 years old.
- Rollins was a saxophonist and composer.
- He recorded about twenty major jazz albums.
- He collaborated with John Coltrane, Charlie Parker, and Miles Davis.
- He invented a unique concert format.
- His death was reported by Le Monde.
- Rollins is considered a giant of jazz.
Entities
Artists
- Sonny Rollins
- John Coltrane
- Charlie Parker
- Miles Davis
- Thelonious Monk
- Coleman Hawkins
Institutions
- Le Monde
- Apollo Theater
- The Root
Locations
- New York City
- Woodstock
- New York
- Harlem
- Williamsburg Bridge
- Brooklyn
- Manhattan
- Boston
- Japan
- India
- Virgin Islands