About Bill Dillard
Lived 1911 – 1995 (aged 83). Bill Dillard was an American actor, singer, trumpeter, jazz musician and musician.
William Dillard (July 20, 1911 – January 16, 1995) was an American jazz trumpeter, actor, and singer. and played in bands led by Jelly Roll Morton, Benny Carter, Luis Russell and Teddy Hill, among others. including in One Mo' Time.
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Who was Bill Dillard?
American actor and musician (1911–1995)
When was Bill Dillard born?
Bill Dillard was born on 20 July 1911 in Pennsylvania.
When did Bill Dillard die?
Bill Dillard died on 16 January 1995 in New York City, New York.
What was Bill Dillard's occupation?
Bill Dillard was an actor, singer, trumpeter, jazz musician and musician.
What nationality was Bill Dillard?
Bill Dillard was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bill Dillard. https://biography.guide/bill-dillard/
MLA: "Bill Dillard." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bill-dillard/.
Chicago: "Bill Dillard." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bill-dillard/.
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