Kenny G is a revered, Grammy Award-winning American saxophonist who burst into the limelight in 1986 with the release of his breakthrough album Duotones, which featured one of his most famous songs Songbird. He went on to churn out several more hits, racking up numerous prestigious music awards in the process. He is regarded as the most successful instrumental musician of his generation.
He was married to Lyndie Benson from 1992 to 2012. The marriage produced two children.
Throughout his career, he has sold tens of millions of albums, thereby earning a place in the list of the best-selling artists of all time.
He is an accomplished golfer.
He has a pilot license.
I mean, what is music anyway? It's a form of communication - at least for me it is. And that's why I play the kind of music that I think - that I hope - can communicate with people.Kenny G
That's my ideal day, time with my boys.Kenny G
What is music anyway? It's a form of communication, and that's why I play the kind of music that I think - that I hope - can communicate with people.Kenny G
Kenny G is a famous American saxophonist, songwriter, and producer, who was born on June 5, 1956. As a person born on this date, Kenny G is listed in our database as the 12th most popular celebrity for the day (June 5) and the 49th most popular for the year (1956).
People born on June 5 fall under the Zodiac sign of Gemini, the Twins. Kenny G is the 401st most popular Gemini.
Aside from information specific to Kenny G's birthday, Kenny G is the 2629th most famous American.
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