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Currently, JJ Johnson is 100 years, 2 months and 29 days old. JJ Johnson will celebrate 101rd birthday on a Wednesday 22nd of January 2025. Below we countdown to JJ Johnson upcoming birthday.
Popular As | JJ Johnson |
Occupation | Trombone Player |
Age | 100 years old |
Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
Born | January 22, 1924 (Indiana) |
Birthday | January 22 |
Town/City | Indiana |
Nationality | Indiana |
JJ Johnson’s zodiac sign is Aquarius. According to astrologers, the presence of Aries always marks the beginning of something energetic and turbulent. They are continuously looking for dynamic, speed and competition, always being the first in everything - from work to social gatherings. Thanks to its ruling planet Mars and the fact it belongs to the element of Fire (just like Leo and Sagittarius), Aries is one of the most active zodiac signs. It is in their nature to take action, sometimes before they think about it well.
JJ Johnson was born in the Year of the Rat. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Rat are quick-witted, clever, charming, sharp and funny. They have excellent taste, are a good friend and are generous and loyal to others considered part of its pack. Motivated by money, can be greedy, is ever curious, seeks knowledge and welcomes challenges. Compatible with Dragon or Monkey.
Jazz musician known for being one of the first true bebop trombonists. He found success as a solo artist and as a sideman for artists like Count Basie.
He began playing the piano at nine and trombone at fourteen.
He became a Hollywood composer in the 70's, creating scores for major films like Cleopatra Jones.
He married Carolyn Reid in September 1992.
He played in the orchestra led by saxophonist Benny Carter from 1942 to 1945.