André Déjean, an iconic trumpeter, passed away on September 11, 2026, in Florida at the age of 75, following a heart attack. He leaves behind a rich discography and a legacy as an arranger. His musical journey, marked by the rise of the Déjean Brothers in New York during the 1970s, is punctuated by significant events, including an incident in 1979 that could have harmed their career.