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Dennis ‘Dee Tee’ Thomas, Co-Founder of Kool & the Gang, Dies at 70
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variety.comEllise Shafer administratorDennis “Dee Tee” Thomas, a co-founder of soul-funk outfit Kool & the Gang, died on Saturday, his reps confirmed to Variety.
He was 70.According to a press release, Thomas died “peacefully in his sleep” in New Jersey. Thomas had just performed with Kool & the Gang at their Los Angeles show at the Hollywood Bowl, which kicked off its 2021 season on July 4.Thomas was an original member of the group, in which he played alto saxophone, flute, percussion and served as the “master of ceremonies” during the band’s concerts.
Thomas “was known as the quintessential cool cat in the group, loved for his hip clothes and hats, and his laid-back demeanor,” the press release states.
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