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Lionel Hampton was awarded the National Medal of Arts by which U.S. president?

  • Bill Clinton

  • George W. Bush

  • Barack Obama

  • Jimmy Carter

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Bill Clinton awarded Lionel Hampton the National Medal of Arts, a prestigious honor bestowed upon individuals who have made significant contributions to the arts in the United States. This award recognizes Hampton's exceptional talent and dedication to music, particularly his contributions to jazz vibraphone playing and his role as a bandleader and mentor to countless young musicians.
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