Johnnie Johnson (musician)
American jazz, blues, and rock and roll pianist (1924–2005)
Died aged 80CancerUnited States
Biography
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 endured racism and inspired social change while integrating the previously all-white Marine Corps during World War II.
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Career highlights
Genres
- blues
- rock and roll
Instruments
- piano
- voice
Awards & honours (1)
- Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Quick answers about Johnnie Johnson (musician)
- How old was Johnnie Johnson (musician)?
- Johnnie Johnson (musician) died on April 13, 2005 at the age of 80.
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- Johnnie Johnson (musician) was born on July 8, 1924.
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- Johnnie Johnson (musician) was born in Fairmont.
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- Johnnie Johnson (musician)'s zodiac sign is Cancer.
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- Johnnie Johnson (musician) is a citizen of United States.
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- Johnnie Johnson (musician) is known as pianist, composer, singer.
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