Clarence Clemons (1942–2011)

Clarence Clemons (born January 11, 1942, Norfolk, Virginia), "Big Man," is an American musician and actor. Since 1972 he has been a prominent member of Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band, playing the saxophone. He has also released several solo albums and in 1985 had a hit single with "You're a show more Friend of Mine", a duet with Jackson Browne. On October 22, 2009, Little Kids Rock, a nonprofit dedicated to restoring and revitalizing music education in public schools, presented Clarence with the inaugural "Big Man of the Year Award" at the Right to Rock charity benefit. He helped raise money to put musical instruments and curriculum into underfunded public schools across the country. (Bowker Author Biography) show less