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14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
Johnny Rodriguez Passes away at 73 Years Old
Rana Atef Country music icon Johnny Rodriguez passed away at the age of 73, his daughter announced on Tuesday. Rodriguez died on Friday, May 9 'surround by family,' his daughter added. She posted on social media: 'Dad was not only a legendary musician whose artistry touched millions around the world, but also a deeply loved husband, father, uncle, and brother whose warmth, humor, and compassion shaped the lives of all who knew him." 'We are immensely grateful for the outpouring of love and support from fans, colleagues, and friends during this time of grief,' it continued. 'While the world has lost an extraordinary talent, we have lost someone irreplaceable — and we ask for privacy as we navigate this painful moment together.' The late country musician was born in Sabinal, Texas in 1951. His musical influences ranged from mariachi to honky-tonk to traditional country. Rodriguez later moved to Nashville and landed a recording contract with Mercury Records that released his first single, 'Pass Me By' in 1973. The track peaked at No. 9 on the Billboard country charts, making Rodriguez the first Hispanic-American to become a country music sensation. Rodriguez's 1973 debut album, 'Introducing Johnny Rodriguez,' topped Billboard's Top Country Albums chart. It was also nominated for album of the year at the Academy of Country Music Awards. Rodriguez released 26 albums and 45 charting singles. He was inducted into the Texas Country Music Hall of Fame in 2007. The musician received the Institute of Hispanic Culture Pioneer Award in 2010 for being the first major Hispanic singer in country music. who racked up several chart-topping hits during the 1970s has died at the age of 73. read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War
Express Tribune
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Johnny Rodriguez, pioneering Mexican American country music star, dies at 73
Johnny Rodriguez, a trailblazer in country music and the first major Mexican American artist in the genre, died on Friday at the age of 73. His daughter, Aubry Rodriguez, confirmed the news on social media, though no cause of death was disclosed. Rodriguez rose to fame in the 1970s with a string of chart-topping hits including 'Ridin' My Thumb to Mexico' and 'You Always Come Back (to Hurting Me).' He scored six No. 1 singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and was known for his honky-tonk style, heavily influenced by legends like Merle Haggard and Lefty Frizzell. Born Juan Raoul Davis Rodriguez in Sabinal, Texas, he began playing guitar at age 7 and suffered personal tragedies early in life, including the deaths of his father and brother. He was discovered while singing in a Texas jail and later invited to Nashville, where he joined Tom T. Hall's band before launching his solo career. In 1973, Rodriguez released his debut single, 'Pass Me By (If You're Only Passing Through),' followed by multiple chart-topping hits. He received the Billboard Trend Setter Award as the first Mexican American to break into mainstream country music and was nominated for CMA Male Vocalist of the Year. Rodriguez was inducted into the Texas Country Music Hall of Fame in 2007 and released over 35 albums across a four-decade career. He is survived by his wife, Debbie McNeely; daughter, Aubry; and sisters, Antonia and Eloisa. His influence on Chicano and Latino representation in country music remains profound, as he paved the way for future generations of Hispanic artists in the genre.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
George Strait Mourns the Passing of Iconic Country Music Singer, 73
Without Johnny Rodriguez, would there be a ? George certainly doesn't think so. On Monday, George paid tribute to his fellow country legend, who died last week at the age of 73. In his sweet message, the 'King of Country Music' thanked Johnny for paving the way. 'Norma [Straight, his wife] and I are so sad about Johnny's passing,' wrote George on a May 12 Instagram Story. 'He was an inspiration to me from the beginning.' 'Being from South Texas myself, it gave me so much hope knowing that he had become such a huge success,' continued George, 'that maybe there was a hope for a guy like me.' Juan Raoul Davis "Johnny" Rodriguez died on May 9. Growing up in Sabinal, Texas, Johnny helped bring the Tejano sound to the masses, infusing country music with Latin sounds. He hit it big in the 1970s and '80s with songs like 'Pass Me By (If You're Only Passing Through),' 'I Just Can't Get Her Out of My Mind,' and 'Love Put a Song In My Heart." George, who hails from Pearsall, Texas, remembered Johnny as 'a great talent,' before adding, 'God bless his family, friends and fans. You'll be missed, amigo.' Johnny died in San Antonio from health complications. His daughter shared a message on social media, saying her father was 'not only a legendary musician whose artistry touched millions around the world, but also a deeply loved husband, father, uncle, and brother whose warmth, humor, and compassion shaped the lives of all who knew him. Recently, the 'All My Exes Live In Texas' singer caused some concern among his fans. George recently kicked off his tour with Chris Stapleton, and a clip of his performance—where he sat down and barely played the guitar in his lap—had fans talking.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Country music pioneer ‘whose artistry touched millions' dies at 73
A country music pioneer who racked up several chart-topping hits during the 1970s has died at the age of 73. Johnny Rodriguez died on Friday, May 9 'surround by family,' his daughter, Aubry Rodriguez, wrote on social media. 'Dad was not only a legendary musician whose artistry touched millions around the world, but also a deeply loved husband, father, uncle, and brother whose warmth, humor, and compassion shaped the lives of all who knew him,' her post read. 'We are immensely grateful for the outpouring of love and support from fans, colleagues, and friends during this time of grief,' it continued. 'While the world has lost an extraordinary talent, we have lost someone irreplaceable — and we ask for privacy as we navigate this painful moment together.' The late country musician was born Juan Rodriguez in Sabinal, Texas on Dec. 10, 1951, a PBS biography states. From growing up 90 miles from the Mexican border, Rodriguez's musical influences ranged from mariachi to honky-tonk to traditional country. 'I listened to The Supremes, okay? I listened to Merle Haggard, to Hank Williams, and Jimmie Rodgers, of course. I was drawn to country music because I could relate more to what they were singing about. And also it was just like the music of our people,' Rodriguez told PBS. 'In Mexican music, you have stories. Mexican music and country music said almost the same thing, just in different languages.' Incarcerated at age 18 for a minor offense, Rodriguez was discovered after he was heard singing in his cell. He changed his name from 'Juan Rodriguez' to 'Johnny Rogers' and performed under that name at Alamo Village. That was where the young artist was discovered by country greats Bobby Bare and Tom T. Hall. Rodriguez later moved to Nashville, changing his surname back to Rodriguez but keeping 'Johnny.' He landed a recording contract with Mercury Records that released his first single, 'Pass Me By' in 1973. The track peaked at No. 9 on the Billboard country charts, making Rodriguez the first Hispanic-American to become a country music sensation. Rodriguez's 1973 debut album, 'Introducing Johnny Rodriguez,' topped Billboard's Top Country Albums chart. It was also nominated for album of the year at the Academy of Country Music Awards. Rodriguez's six No. 1 country hits are 'You Always Come Back (To Hurting Me)' (1973), 'Ridin' My Thumb to Mexico' (1973), 'That's the Way Love Goes' (1974), 'I Just Can't Get Her Out Out of My Mind' (1975), 'Just Get Up and Close the Door' (1975) and 'Love Put a Song in My Heart' (1975). He enjoyed a streak of charting singles well into the late 1980s as well. Overall, Rodriguez released 26 albums and 45 charting singles. He was inducted into the Texas Country Music Hall of Fame in 2007. The musician received the Institute of Hispanic Culture Pioneer Award in 2010 for being the first major Hispanic singer in country music. Country music legend fired gun at husband after learning he cheated Hit country singer explains abrupt 'SNL' exit: 'I was just ready to go home' Country music star says he's 'so close to a full healing' with daughter Famous country singer's 'harrowing' experience performing personal songs Retiring country music legend chokes up while accepting 'mind-blowing' honor Read the original article on MassLive.
Mint
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Musician Johnny Rodriguez passes away
Los Angeles [US], May 12 (ANI): Veteran country music star Johnny Rodriguez is no more. As per The Hollywood Reporter, Johnny, best known for the tracks 'That's the Way Love Goes' and 'Ridin' My Thumb to Mexico', breathed his last on May 9 at the age of 73. The news of his demise was announced by his daughter, Aubry Rodriguez, on social media last weekend. "Dad was not only a legendary musician whose artistry touched millions around the world, but also a deeply loved husband, father, uncle and brother whose warmth, humor, and compassion shaped the lives of all who knew him," she wrote in an Instagram post. "We are immensely grateful for the outpouring of love and support from fans, colleagues and friends during this time of grief." She also requested privacy as her family "navigates this painful moment." "While the world has lost an extraordinary talent, we have lost someone irreplaceable -- and we ask for privacy as we navigate this painful moment together," Aubry concluded. Rodriguez was one of the first Hispanic country music stars, finding success at the beginning of his career after moving to Nashville at 21 and signing a deal with Mercury Records. His first single with the label, 1972's "Pass Me By (If You're Only Passing Through)," reached No. 9 on Billboard's Hot Country Songs chart. His first No. 1 hit on the country charts arrived in 1973 with his track "You Always Come Back to Hurting Me," with his song "Ridin' My Thumb to Mexico" also reaching No. 1 later that year, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Rodriguez's debut album, Introducing Johnny Rodriguez, became a No. 1 album on Billboard's Top Country Albums chart in 1973. That same year, he received the most promising vocalist honor at the Academy of Country Music Awards and was nominated for single record of the year for "Pass Me By." (ANI)
