Len Dobbin Age, Birthday, Zodiac Sign and Birth Chart

Leonard Montgomery Ross Dobbin (1935-2009) was a prominent Canadian jazz radio broadcaster, critic, and photographer from Montreal. He started his radio career in 1962 and gained acclaim with his show 'Jazz 96' in the 1970s, promoting Canadian jazz artists. Besides broadcasting, he wrote for various publications and created notable jazz photography. Dobbin overcame alcoholism in the mid-1990s and had connections with significant jazz musicians. He suffered a fatal stroke in July 2009 while in a jazz club. His contributions to jazz were recognized with a nomination shortly before his passing.

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Meaning of the name - Len

lion, strong

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February 23, 1935 Facts

Generation Group

Len Dobbin belongs to the Silent Generation group.

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Place of Birth: Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Place of Death: Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Cause of Death: Stroke

Educated At: McGill University

Occupation: radio personality

Employers: CKUT-FM, Montreal Mirror, Montreal Gazette, CODA

Awards Received: Nomination for 'Broadcaster of the Year' at the Canadian National Jazz Awards in 2009

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Astrology Analysis

Note: This birth chart is calculated using the date and place of birth, with the time set to noon (12:00 PM) local time. While this provides accurate planetary positions for most celestial bodies, the Ascendant (Rising Sign) and house cusps are not calculated since they require precise birth time. For a complete astrological analysis including houses and rising sign, please provide the exact birth time.