Plas Johnson, Saxophonist Behind ‘Pink Panther Theme,’ Dies at 94

Name: Plas Johnson, Saxophonist Behind ‘Pink Panther Theme,’ Dies at 94
Uploaded: 2026-07-22T10:59:41+00:00
Description: American jazz saxophonist Plas Johnson, best known for playing the famous saxophone line on Henry Mancini's "The Pink Panther Theme," has died aged 94. His death, which occurred last week, was reported by his Louisiana hometown newspaper, the Donaldsonville Chief, in an article dated 15 July; no cau

American jazz saxophonist Plas Johnson, best known for playing the famous saxophone line on Henry Mancini's "The Pink Panther Theme," has died aged 94. His death, which occurred last week, was reported by his Louisiana hometown newspaper, the Donaldsonville Chief, in an article dated 15 July; no cau

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