Johnnie Ray

John Alvin "Johnnie" Ray (January 10, 1927 - February 24, 1990) was one of the most popular American singers of his day. He is considered by many people to be the fore runner of what would become rock 'n' roll.

Film

Starring role in the made-for-TV movie "The Big Shot" in 1952, introduced live on the silver screen by Ronald Reagan.

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Featured role in "There's No Business Like Show Business," with Ethel Merman and Marylin Monroe in 1954.

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Hosted "The Jackie Gleason Show" when Gleason was absent from show.

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Numerous appearances on "Talk Of The Town" and "The Ed Sullivan Show".

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Performed for March Of Dimes televised charity events in the 1980's.

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Featured role in television series "CHiPs" as himself, two episodes.

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Guest starring role in Bob Eubank's "Atlantic City Live" and on the syndicated "Sha Na Na" variety show.

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Profiled in hour long documentary feature "The Little White Kid That Cried" 2002

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for London Weekend Television's THE SOUTH BANK SHOW

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