Jack DeJohnette was an American jazz drummer, pianist, and composer, known for his extensive work as a leader and sideman for Keith Jarrett, Bill Evans, Pat Metheny, and other musicians.
Jack DeJohnette Biography
| Full Name | Jack DeJohnette |
| Nickname | Jack DeJohnette |
| Profession | Drummer, pianist, and composer |
| Date of Birth | 9 August 1942 |
| Age | 83 years old (At the time of his death) |
| Birth Place | Chicago, Illinois, United State |
| Nationality | American |
| Hometown | Chicago, Illinois, United States |
| Gender | Male |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo |
| Ethnicity | African-American |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Social Media | Instagram X (Twitter) |
Education Qualification
| School | Update soon |
| College | Update soon |
| Education Qualification | Not publicly known |
Jack DeJohnette Age
Jack DeJohnette was born on 9 August 1942 in Chicago, Illinois, United States. He was 83 years old at the time of his death in October 2025, and his zodiac sign was Leo.
Jack DeJohnette Wife
| Marital Status | Married |
| Affairs/Girlfriend | Lydia |
| Spouse/Wife | Lydia DeJohnette |
| Children | Daughter – Farah and Minya Son – Not known |
Jack DeJohnette Family
| Father’s Name | Jack DeJohentte Sr. |
| Mother’s Name | Eva Jeanette |
| Brother’s Name | Not known |
| Sister’s Name | Izola (half-sister) |
Career
| Debut | Albums – 1968: The Dehohnette Complex |
| Awards | 2012 – Fellow of United States Artists 2012 – NEA Jazz Master Grammy Award for Best Jazz Instrumental Album, Skyline, (64th Annual Grammy Awards) Grammy Award for Best New Album, Peace Time (51st Annual Grammy Awards) |
Jack DeJohnette Albums
- 1968 – Jack DeJohentte Complex
- 1970 – Have You Heard
- 1974 – Sorcery
- 1975 – Cosmic
- 1977 – new Rags
- 1979 – Special Edition
- 1980 – Tin Can Alley
- 1984 – Album Album
- 1989 – Zebra
- 1988 – Audio- Visualscapes
- 1991 – Earthwalk
- 1994 – Extra Special Edition
- 1997 – Oneness
- 2001 – The Elephant Sleeps But Still Remembers
- 2005– Music in the Key of Om
- 2006 – Saudades
- 2009 – Music WE Are
- 2015 – Made in Chicago
- 2016– Return
- 2017 – Hudson
Jack DeJohnette Height And Weight
| Height (approx) | In centimeters – 185 cm In meters – 1.85 m In feet & inches – 6’1” |
| Weight (approx) | In kilograms – 83 kg In pounds – 183 lbs |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Black |
Jack DeJohnette Death, Cause of Death
| Date of Death | 27 October 2025 |
| Place of Death | Update soon |
| Cause of Death | Not revealed yet |
Jack DeJohnette Net Worth
| Net Worth (approx) | $50 million (at the time of death) not confirmed |
| Annual Income (approx) | Not publicly known |
| Salary (approx) | Not known |
| Income Source | Record sales, touring, investment, etc. |
Some Lesser Facts About Jack DeJohnette
- Jack DeJohentte was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, to Jack DeJohentte Sr. and Eva Jeanette DeJohnette.
- His mother was from Lionel, Georgia, while his father was from Oak Ridge, Louisiana.
- He was married to Lydia DeJohnette for over 50 years and has two daughters, Farah and Minya.
- He has won two Grammy Awards and been nominated for five others.
- Jack DeJohentte studied classical piano from age four until fourteen, before playing drums with his high school band.
- He also takes private piano lessons at the Chicago Conservatory of Music.
- Although of predominantly African-American heritage, he has stated that he has some Native American ancestry, specifically Seminole and Crow.
- When he was 13, years switched to drums and was taught drumming techniques from a local jazz drummer.
- Jack DeJohnette played R&B, hard bop, and avant-garde music in Chicago.
- In 1966, Jack moved to New York City, where he become a member of the Charles Lloyd Quartet.
- He worked briefly with Stan Getz and his quartet, which led to his first recordings with Miles Davis in 1968.
- He was also featured on First Light, an album by trumpeter Freddie Hubbard, released by CT in 1971.
- Jack continued to work with Special Edition into the 1990s, but did not limit himself to it.
- In 1990, DeJohnette was awarded an honorary doctorate in music from Berklee College of Music.
- Jack DeJohnette passed away on October 27, 2025, at the age of 83.
FAQ:
How old is Jack DeJohnette?
At the time of his death in 2025, Jack DeJohnette was 83 years old.
Who is Jack DeJohnette’s wife?
Jack DeJohnette was married to Lydia DeJohnette.
What is Jack DeJohnette’s net worth?
As of 2025, Jack DeJohnette’s estimated net worth is about $50 million.
What happened to Jack DeJohnette?
Jack DeJohnette died on 27 October 2025, at age 83.