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 cover of Hank Ballard's R&B hit. The song became a global sensation and sparked a dance craze that swept the nation, earning Checker a Grammy Award for Best Rock & Roll Recording.
Checker continued to release successful music throughout the 1960s, with hits like "Let's Twist Again" and "Pony Time." He is considered one of the pioneers of rock and roll music and has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Checker's influence on music and dance has left a lasting impact on popular culture, and he is still celebrated for his contributions to the music industry.
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