Artist Bio:
Chubby Checker is an American singer and dancer, best known for popularizing the dance style "The Twist" with his 1960 hit song of the same name. Born as Ernest Evans on October 3, 1941, in South Carolina, he adopted the stage name Chubby Checker after achieving fame. "The Twist" became a cultural phenomenon and reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, sparking a dance craze that swept the nation.
Checker is considered a pioneer of the rock and roll genre and is often credited with popularizing dance music in the early 1960s. He continued to release music throughout the 1960s and 1970s, including hits like "Let's Twist Again" and "Limbo Rock." Checker's influence on popular culture can still be seen today, as "The Twist" remains a staple at parties and dance events around the world.
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