Peanuts Hucko was born on April 7, 1918 in Syracuse, NY. Famed musician and composer of the Big Band era. He was fluent in the clarinet and played with
Louis Armstrong.
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💰Peanuts Hucko Net worth: $1 Million
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About
Famed musician and Composer of the Big Band era. He was fluent in the clarinet and played with Louis Armstrong.
Before Fame
His first big gig was traveling with the Glenn Miller Army Air Force Band, which brought him to Europe during the first World War.
Trivia
He collaborated with Japanese jazz clarinet player Shoji Suzuki in January 1951 on Suzukake No Michi. It achieved levels of popularity previously unheard of in Japan for a jazz record.
Family Life
He was married to Louise Tobin from 1967 until his death in 2003. His nickname Peanuts came from an obsession with the snack during his youth. His birth name was Michael Andrew Hucko.
Associated With
He participated and played in many bands during his lengthy career, including one put together by Benny Goodman.
