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Gordon " Whitey " Mitchell (February 22, 1932 – January 16, 2009) was an American jazz bassist and television writer/producer. He was born in Hackensack, New Jersey . Life and career. Mitchell was the brother of bassist Red Mitchell. He began on clarinet and tuba as a youngster before choosing bass as his primary instrument. [1] .
gordon ‘whitey’ mitchell dies at 76 I am deeply saddened to report the death of Gordon “Whitey” Mitchell, who died of cancer on January 18th. JazzLegends.com visitors are more than familiar with Whitey’s work with The Gene Krupa Jazz Quartet.
Jan 29, 2009 · The talented and much loved GORDON 'WHITEY' MITCHELL passed away January 17, 2009 at his home in Palm Desert. He was born in Hackensack, New Jersey February 22, 1932 to William and Grace...
In the mid-60s,Gordon 'Whitey' Mitchell moved to Holywood to become a screenwriter and found work on the Bob Hope Show, All In The Family, Get Smart, The Jeffersons, Mork & Mindy, Mary Tyler Moore, The Odd Couple and many more. He wrote the feature film Private Resort, starring Johnny Depp.
Gordon 'Whitey' Mitchell (February 22, 1932 – January 16, 2009) was an American jazz bassist turned television writer/producer, who served as a writer and story consultant with writing partner, Lloyd Turner through Mork & Mindy's first season. He was born in Hackensack, New Jersey, on February...
Overview. Born. February 22, 1932 · Hackensack, New Jersey, USA. Died. January 16, 2009 · Palm Springs, California, USA (cancer) Mini Bio. From New York's Birdland, Basin Street East, and the Village Vanguard, Gordon 'Whitey' Mitchell toured with big band greats Benny Goodman and Pete Rugolo.
Jan 21, 2009 · Gordon “Whitey” Mitchell, jazz bassist and comedy writer, died Friday after a battle with cancer. He was 76. Whitey Mitchell, brother of the late jazz great Red Mitchell, started his jazz career in New York playing bass with big band legends Benny Goodman, Gene Krupa and Lester Young on the Jazz at the Philharmonic series.
