Saxophonist Plas Johnson, known for solo on The Pink Panther Theme, dies aged 94
Music legend and saxophonist Plas Johnson, famous for his work on 'The Pink Panther Theme,' has died at age 94.
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Plas Johnson, the saxophonist recognized for his solo on 'The Pink Panther Theme,' has passed away at the age of 94. Coverage from The New York Times, The Guardian, and The Daily Beast emphasizes Johnson's status as a music legend.
WWLTV.com further notes that the musician was raised in New Orleans. Reports focus on his legacy as the artist behind the iconic theme, though coverage does not specify the cause of death.
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What was Plas Johnson best known for?
He was the saxophonist behind the solo for 'The Pink Panther Theme.'
Where was Plas Johnson raised?
According to WWLTV.com, he was raised in New Orleans.
How old was Plas Johnson when he died?
He was 94 years old.
Coverage (8)
- Donaldsonville native Plas Johnson, famous saxophonist, dies at 94 Donaldsonville Chief · 18h ago
- Plas Johnson, Saxophonist Behind ‘Pink Panther Theme,’ Dies at 94 Rolling Stone · 18h ago
- Plas Johnson, Saxophonist Behind ‘The Pink Panther’ Theme Solo, Dies at 94 People.com · 18h ago
- Plas Johnson, New Orleans-raised saxophonist behind 'Pink Panther Theme,' dies at 94 WWLTV.com · 18h ago
- Plas Johnson, Music Legend Behind ‘Pink Panther’ Theme, Dies at 94 The Daily Beast · 18h ago
- Pink Panther, RIP Slipped Disc · 18h ago
- Plas Johnson, Saxophonist Behind ‘The Pink Panther,’ Dies at 94 The New York Times · 18h ago
- Saxophonist Plas Johnson, known for solo on The Pink Panther Theme, dies aged 94 The Guardian · 18h ago broke it first
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