Eddy Duchin - Trivia, Family, Bio
Jessica Young
Published Apr 09, 2026
American pianist and bandleader who tragically died from leukemia in 1951. He is remembered for popular songs like 1938's Ol' Man Mose.
Before Fame
He was a pharmacist before becoming a full-time musician.
Trivia
He was the center of controversy after some listeners mistook the lyric "bucket" in his song Ol' Man Mose for a curse word.
Family Life
His parents Tillie and Frank were Jewish immigrants.
Associated With
His biggest hit, Ol' Man Mose, was originally performed by Louis Armstrong.
