Johnny Lion | |
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.jpg) Johnny Lion and Sophie van Kleef (1966) | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | John van Leeuwarden |
| Also known as | Johnny Lion |
| Born | 4 July 1941 The Hague, Netherlands |
| Died | 31 January 2019 (aged 77) Breda, Netherlands |
| Labels | Philips Records, EMI |
John van Leeuwarden (4 July 1941 – 31 January 2019), who recorded under the name Johnny Lion, was a Dutch singer, journalist and actor. His best known song as a solo artist was his hit single "Sophietje". He also recorded with The Jumping Jewels and had a few hit songs including "Wheels"", "Africa" and "Irish Washerwoman".