Chubby Checker

Ernest Evans (popularly known as Chubby Checker) (born in Spring Gulley, South Carolina in October 3, 1941, grew up in South Philadelphia.) is a U.S. singer best known for popularizing the dance The Twist with his 1960 song The Twist.

Trivia

His daughter, Mistie Williams (née Bass), plays basketball at Duke University. He is occasionally in attendance at her games.

Related Topics:
Basketball - Duke University

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Chubby Checker is mentioned in the School House Rock cartoon "A Noun Is A Person, Place, Or Thing." However, in what is perhaps the series' most famous error, they depicted him as a white man.

Related Topics:
School House Rock - Cartoon

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