William Thomas Dupree, known to the world as “Champion” Jack Dupree died on January 21, 1992 of complications from cancer at his home in Hanover, Germany at the age of 82.
William Thomas Dupree, known to the world as “Champion” Jack Dupree died on January 21, 1992 of complications from cancer at his home in Hanover, Germany at the age of 82. Considered one of the most prolific recording Bluesmen of all time, Champion Jack Dupree also found success in a multitude of professions throughout his life: musician, boxer, cook and even as a painter towards the end of his life.
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