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Johnnie Clyde Johnson (July 8, 1924 – April 13, 2005) was an American pianist who played jazz, blues, and rock and roll. His work with Chuck Berry led to his induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. He was posthumously awarded the Congressional Gold Medal for breaking racial barriers in the military as a Montford Point Marine, where he ...
Johnnie Johnston. Johnny Johnston (December 1, 1915 – January 6, 1996) [1] was an American actor and singer who was popular in the 1940s. Early years. He was born John Clifford Johnston in St. Louis, Missouri. [citation needed] Radio. In the late 1930s, Johnston had his own program on NBC -Blue. [2] Recordings.
Jul 22, 2015 · Born in St. Louis in 1915 (he was just a few days older than Frank Sinatra, and so 2015 marks the centenary of his birth as well), Johnnie Johnston had a beautiful light baritone voice, which, together with his attractive looks, made him a natural to pursue a career as an entertainer.
Jul 29, 2020 · Forgotten crooner Johnnie Johnston was born in St. Louis in 1915 (he was just a few days older than Frank Sinatra, and so 2015 marks the centenary of his birth as well), Johnnie Johnston had a beautiful light baritone voice, which, together with his attractive looks, made him a natural to pursue a career as an entertainer.
Apr 13, 2005 · LOUIS (AP) -- Johnnie Johnson, a rock 'n' roll pioneer who teamed with Chuck Berry for hits like “Roll Over Beethoven" and “No Particular Place to Go," died Wednesday. He was 80. Johnson died at his St. Louis home.
