Johnson won nine Emmys during his 30-year television news career as a reporter, producer, writer and director. Happily married and retired, the now 83-year-old Johnson tells his stories on the canvas.

John Johnson, a longtime former NYC TV news figure, photographed in his studio in New City, NY on November 6, 2019. Credit: Howard Simmons. November 6, 2019. Share.

John Johnson recalls his career as a reporter for WABC/7's "Eyewitness News" in this clip issued as part of the newscast's 50th anniversary in 2018. Credit: ABC7NY Stay logged in.

John Johnson was one of the first Black producer/directors for network television in New York City. Over his 30-year career, he also worked as a news reporter and anchor for WABC, WCBS and other ...

John Johnson, network TV's first African American documentary news producer, sat down with Newsday on Wednesday and discussed his life and love for painting. Credit: Howard Simmons Stay logged in.