Artist Bio:
Chubby Checker is an American singer and dancer born on October 3, 1941, in South Carolina. He is best known for popularizing the dance craze "The Twist" with his 1960 hit single of the same name. The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and sparked a worldwide dance phenomenon.
Chubby Checker continued to have success with other dance-oriented hits such as "Pony Time" and "Let's Twist Again." He is considered a pioneer of the rock and roll genre and has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Checker's influence on popular culture can still be seen today, as "The Twist" remains a beloved dance classic and his legacy as a music icon endures.
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