# Plas Johnson: The Man Behind the Pink Panther Solo | New Orleans News

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Podcast: [New Orleans News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/new-orleans-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7562541)
Published: 2026-07-21T20:22:42+00:00
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Plas Johnson, the legendary saxophonist behind the iconic Pink Panther Theme solo, has passed away at 94. His 1963 Grammy-winning riff became a cultural touchstone, but his legacy spans decades as a session giant who played with Sinatra, Fitzgerald, Gaye, and more. Born in Louisiana, he carried his roots through Hollywood, earning a jazz plaza in his hometown — a true maestro of American music. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/1b4426c6e8086907

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