Happy birthday to Chuck Berry, born on this day in 1926!
A rock ‘n’ roll pioneer whose love for music, sparked in St. Louis blending blues, country, and R&B, ignited the genre with his iconic guitar riffs and witty storytelling.
Hits like “Johnny B. Goode” (1958) and Chuck Berry Is on Top shaped rock’s DNA, influencing The Beatles, Rolling Stones, and beyond with his electrifying energy.
#BOTD: John McGiver (November 5, 1913 – September 9, 1975)
Before acting, McGiver was an English teacher. He had a B.A. in English from Fordham University and a master’s degree from Columbia University and Catholic University.