James Weldon Johnson
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James Weldon Johnson is a Broadway performer. Explore their Broadway credits, shows, and songs below.
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About
A founder and charter member of ASCAP in 1914, he was also Florida's first black attorney. In 1913, he changed his name to James Weldon Johnson.
Personal Details
- Born
- June 17, 1871
- Hometown
- Jacksonville, Florida, USA
- Died
- June 26, 1938
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