He didn't. From when he was very young, his mother enforced good manners in him, surrounding him with dignified women to teach him to live elegantly and speak eloquently. His gracefulness and causal behavior, combined with dashing attire gave his friends the impression that he could be a young nobleman. His friends began calling him "Duke."
Duke Ellington became famous by performing at clubs with his band "Washingtonians" like the Cotton Club in New York. They broadcasted him on the radio making him famous because of his unique sounds
He was a great jazz pianist, composed many songs, and had his own band. I'm pretty sure it was called The Duke Ellington Jazz Orchestra or something such as that.
he got the nickname because a friend at school gave it to him
He received it from a friend during his school years.
Duke was his nickname. His full name was Edward Kennedy Ellington.
because of his manners
i dont now
cause it matches his name
Duke Ellington's name at birth was "Edward Kennedy Ellington"
Duke Ellington married Edna Thompson July 2, 1918.
Daisy Kennedy Ellington.
Duke Ellington's real name was Edward Kennedy Ellington, so Duke was his nickname, given to him at around age 15 because he had gentlemen like qualities.
Duke Ellington's parents were Daisy Kennedy Ellington and James Edward Ellington.
Duke Ellington's birth name is Ellington, Edward Kennedy.
Mercedes Ellington. Mercedes Ellington is Duke Ellingtons grand daughter ! Not his daughter.Mercer is her father. Duke Ellington's daughter's name is April Ellington,from Duke's second family.
His full name was Edward Kennedy "Duke" Ellington.
Duke Ellington's name at birth was "Edward Kennedy Ellington"
Duke Ellington married Edna Thompson July 2, 1918.
Daisy Kennedy Ellington.
Duke Ellington's real name was Edward Kennedy Ellington, so Duke was his nickname, given to him at around age 15 because he had gentlemen like qualities.
Duke Ellington's parents were Daisy Kennedy Ellington and James Edward Ellington.
Another name that they called Edward Ellington was "Duke" Ellington. Duke Ellington musician who thrived in composing music. He was also known for his piano playing skills.
One of the sister's son
Edward Kennedy Ellington was given the name "Duke" when his high school friends told him he was mature and intellegent.
No. Douglas Ellington is a grand nephew to Duke Ellington.