Duke Ellington, born Edward Kennedy Ellington, was an American jazz composer, pianist, and bandleader from Washington, D.C., born in 1899. Leading Duke Ellington & His Famous Orchestra, he became one of the most influential figures in jazz history. Known for timeless compositions like "Take the 'A' Train" and "Mood Indigo", his orchestra was a staple of the swing era. Over his career, he collaborated with legends such as Billy Strayhorn and Ella Fitzgerald. Ellington's innovative arrangements and contributions to jazz elevated the genre to an art form, earning him numerous accolades, including a posthumous Pulitzer Prize Special Citation in 1999.

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