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JAZZ GIANT SONNY ROLLINS DEAD AT 95!

The legendary 'Saxophone Colossus' Sonny Rollins, a titan of jazz, has reportedly passed away at his home in Woodstock.

5/26/2026, 1:08:19 PM

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JAZZ GIANT SONNY ROLLINS DEAD AT 95!

The music world is reeling! Jazz icon Sonny Rollins, known to fans as the "Saxophone Colossus," has passed away at the age of 95. The smooth operator, who shaped the sound of an entire genre, died at his home in Woodstock, New York, on Monday.

Fans are already flooding social media with tributes to the groundbreaking musician. Rollins' family released a statement confirming his passing, though no cause of death has been announced. The saxophonist's influence on jazz is immeasurable, leaving behind a legacy that will echo for generations.

While details are still coming in, Stereogum first broke the news of the jazz giant's passing. Rollins' innovative style and powerful performances made him one of the most important figures in music history. He will be sorely missed!

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