About Joey Giambra
Lived 1933 – 2020 (aged 86). Joey Giambra was an American jazz musician.
Joseph G. Giambra (October 31, 1933 – May 14, 2020) was an American jazz musician, actor, and businessman.
Early life Giambra was born in Buffalo, New York, in 1933. His elementary school teacher, Anne Rodenhoffer, sparked his interest in music and drama. While attending Hutchinson Central Technical High School, he formed a band.
Career Giambra was a trumpeter, composer, bandleader, and actor in New York. He joined the Buffalo Police Department in 1963 and earned a degree in criminology from SUNY Buffalo State at the age of 44.
He appeared in the films Hide in Plain Sight, Buffalo '66, Prizzi's Honor, Nighthawks and Marshall.
Personal life Giambra and his wife, Shirley, had two children. Giambra died from COVID-19 in Buffalo, New York, during the COVID-19 pandemic in New York.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Joey Giambra?
American jazz musician
When was Joey Giambra born?
Joey Giambra was born on 31 October 1933 in Buffalo.
When did Joey Giambra die?
Joey Giambra died on 14 May 2020.
What was Joey Giambra's occupation?
Joey Giambra was a jazz musician.
What nationality was Joey Giambra?
Joey Giambra was American.
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· DBpedia: Joey Giambra (musician)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Joey Giambra. https://biography.guide/joey-giambra/
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