Champion Jack Dupree

Champion Jack Dupree
Background information
Birth nameWilliam Thomas Dupree
Also known asHarelip Jack Dupree
Born(1910-07-04)July 4, 1910
New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.
DiedJanuary 21, 1992(1992-01-21) (aged 81)
Hanover, Germany
Genres
OccupationMusician
Instruments
  • Piano
  • vocals
Years active1931–1991
Labels
Military career
AllegianceUnited States
BranchUnited States Navy
Battles / warsWorld War II
RelativesTyler Dupree (grandson)

William Thomas "Champion Jack" Dupree (July 23, 1909 or July 4, 1910 – January 21, 1992) was an American blues and boogie-woogie pianist and singer. His nickname was derived from his early career as a boxer.