Saxophonist Plas Johnson, known for solo on The Pink Panther Theme, dies aged 94
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Jazz saxophonist Plas Johnson, known for his iconic solo on The Pink Panther Theme, died at age 94 on July 15 in Los Angeles, according to reports. Johnson recorded with legendary artists such as Frank Sinatra and B.B. King. His death marks the loss of a significant figure in jazz and popular music, whose contributions include numerous session recordings and a memorable film theme.
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Loaded language removed<p>Jazz saxophonist – who recorded with artists Frank Sinatra, BB King and more – died in Los Angeles, reports say</p><p>US jazz saxophonist Plas Johnson, best known for his solo riff on the timeless classic The <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/film/movie/111029/pink.panther">Pink Panther</a> Theme, has died at the age of 94, according to reports.</p><p>The native of Donaldsonville,…
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Plas Johnson died at the age of 94.
The GuardianPlas Johnson died on 15 July.
The GuardianPlas Johnson died in Los Angeles.
The GuardianPlas Johnson recorded with Frank Sinatra and BB King.
The GuardianPlas Johnson was a native of Donaldsonville, Louisiana.
The GuardianPlas Johnson was a jazz saxophonist.
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