About Ruby Johnson
Lived 1936 – 1999 (aged 63). Ruby Johnson was an American singer.
Ruby Johnson (April 19, 1936 – July 4, 1999) She sang, with her eight brothers and sisters, in the Temple Beth-El choir.
Despite the quality of her records, they met with little success, and after a few more years singing in clubs, she gave up her singing career in 1974.
She died in 1999, aged 63.
Albums I'll Run Your Hurt Away, Stax, 1993
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Who was Ruby Johnson?
American soul singer
When was Ruby Johnson born?
Ruby Johnson was born on 19 April 1936 in Elizabeth City.
When did Ruby Johnson die?
Ruby Johnson died on 4 July 1999 in Lanham.
What was Ruby Johnson's occupation?
Ruby Johnson was a singer.
What nationality was Ruby Johnson?
Ruby Johnson was American.
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