"It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Johnny Rodriguez, who left us peacefully on May 9th, surrounded by family," Aubry wrote o ...

Rodriguez, who was inducted into the Texas Country Music Hall of Fame in 2007, kicked off his career in the 1970s, where he ...

Rodriguez was born in Sabinal, Texas, in 1951. He is recognized as one of the earliest Hispanic stars in country music, having had his big break after he was allegedly heard singing while briefly ...

He is recognized as one of the earliest Hispanic country music stars, per Saving Country Music. “We are immensely grateful for the outpouring of love and support … during this time of grief ...

Johnny Rodriguez, one of country music’s first Hispanic stars and known for 1970s hits “Ridin’ My Thumb to Mexico” and ...

Johnny Rodriguez, the pioneering Hispanic country music star, passed away on May 9 at the age of 73. The news was confirmed ...

Johnny Rodriguez, one of country music’s first Hispanic stars and known for 1970s hits “Ridin’ My Thumb to Mexico” and “That’s the Way Love Goes,” has died at the age of 73.

Shahan hired Rodriguez to perform at the Alamo Village tourist attraction, where he was discovered by country stars Tom ... received the Pioneer Award from the Institute of Hispanic Culture ...