Gil Scott-Heron

1949–2011 (age 62)

musician and poet

About Gil Scott-Heron

Gil Scott-Heron (1949–2011) lived to age 62. They were a musician and poet. Born in Chicago, they died in New York City. They are buried at Kensico Cemetery in New York.

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