Johnny Lion

Johnny Lion
Johnny Lion and Sophie van Kleef (1966)
Background information
Also known asJohnny Lion
Born
John van Leeuwarden

(1941-07-04)4 July 1941
The Hague, Netherlands
Died31 January 2019(2019-01-31) (aged 77)
Breda, Netherlands
LabelsPhilips Records, EMI
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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".