Johnny Carter (singer)

Johnny Carter
Birth name John E. Carter
Born June 2, 1934
Chicago, Illinois
United States
Died August 21, 2009 (aged 75)
Harvey, Illinois
United States
Genres Rhythm and blues, Doo-wop
Occupation(s) Singer
Years active 1960–2009
Associated acts The Flamingos, The Dells

Johnny Carter (June 2, 1934 August 21, 2009) was an American doo-wop and R&B singer. He was a founding member of The Flamingos and a member of The Dells. Both groups have been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, making Carter one of the few multiple inductees. He joined The Dells as a replacement for Johnny Funches in 1960 and remained an active member of the group until his death.

Carter died of lung cancer in Harvey, Illinois at the age of 75.[1]

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