Musicians who died on December 15

Take a focused look at the musicians who passed away on December 15. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1943 Fats Waller

  Fats Waller was an influential American jazz pianist, organist, composer, and comedic entertainer, widely recognized for his innovations in stride piano and contributions to the development of early jazz. [bio]