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Johnny Rodriguez, a trailblazing Mexican American country music star whose folksy storytelling propelled him to fame in the 1970s, has died, according to reports. He was 73. His daughter, Aubry ...

In his sweet message, the “King of Country Music” thanked Johnny for paving the way. “ Norma [Straight, his wife] and I are so sad about Johnny’s passing,” wrote George on a May 12 ...

Johnny Rodriguez, the first major Mexican American country star, who sang in both English and Spanish and wrote 1970s hits including “Ridin’ My Thumb to Mexico” — about a forlorn ...

Johnny Rodriguez '70s country superstar Johnny Rodriguez died on May 9, surrounded by family. He was 73. Rodriguez was one of the first Hispanic country singers to score any mainstream success.

Johnny Rodriguez, the pioneering singer-songwriter widely regarded as the first Mexican American country star, has died. He was 73. His death on May 9 was confirmed in a social media post from his ...

The family lost their father when Rodriguez was 16 and he was just getting started forming a band. His brother died the next year. Both losses sent him “spiraling,” the hall of fame said.