Jimmy Dorsey was born on February 29, 1904 in Shenandoah, PA. Big band leader and
Tommy Dorsey's brother. He was the composer of "I'm Glad There is You" and "It's the Dreamer in Me," two jazz-pop standards.
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💰Jimmy Dorsey Net worth: 85 Million
About
Big band leader and Tommy Dorsey's brother. He was the Composer of "I'm Glad There is You" and "It's the Dreamer in Me," two jazz-pop standards.
Before Fame
He and Tommy founded Dorsey's Novelty Six, which became one of radio's first jazz bands.
Trivia
He played a number of wind instruments, including the clarinet, saxophone, and trumpet. His skills could be heard on "I'm Glad There Is You" and "It's The Dreamer In Me."
Family Life
He married Jane Porter in 1927. The couple divorced in September 1949.
Associated With
His talented vocalist was musician Helen O'Connell.
