Johnny Mathis, who will soon turn 90, steps onto the stage for the last time today, concluding his extraordinary nearly 70-year career. This decision comes amid age-related challenges, including memory issues. Mathis became a defining figure in American pop with hits like 'Wonderful! Wonderful!' and 'Chances Are,' and has sold over 350 million records globally. His music redefined romantic ballads, earning him accolades like the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. He also significantly impacted LGBTQ+ history, quietly paving the way for future queer artists.
Mathis holds a significant place in LGBTQ+ history, as his career, spanning nearly seven decades, quietly broke barriers for queer artists worldwide.
His contributions to music were recognized with numerous accolades, including a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2003 and inductions into the Grammy Hall of Fame.
Johnny Mathis's journey to stardom began in the mid-1950s, with hits like 'Wonderful! Wonderful!' and 'Chances Are' catapulting him to fame.
His smooth tenor voice became synonymous with romantic ballads, earning him the moniker 'The Voice of Romance' while selling over 350 million records globally.
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