Johnny Canales, Tejano music legend and TV host, dead at 77 – NBC Los Angeles

Tejano music legend Johnny Canales, broadly recognized for internet hosting this system “The Johnny Canales Present,” has died on the age of 77, his household introduced Thursday.

“With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Johnny Canales,” a submit on the singer’s Fb web page stated. A explanation for demise was not given.

The submit went on to say the singer “was greater than only a beloved husband, father, TV host, musician, and entertainer; he was a beacon of hope and pleasure for numerous folks. His infectious charisma and dedication to selling Latino music and tradition left a big mark on the world. Johnny’s spirit will proceed to dwell on by means of the numerous lives he touched and the legacy he constructed.

“We thanks all in your sort phrases, love, and assist throughout this troublesome time. Please preserve our household in your ideas and prayers. Bear in mind him not with disappointment, however with the enjoyment and fervour he all the time introduced into our lives.”

Canales’ spouse, Nora Canales, shared a video final Might reporting that the singer was sick. “He’s OK, he’s steady,” she stated.

Canales was credited with introducing mainstream audiences to Selena Quintanilla. She made certainly one of her first dwell TV appearances on his present within the mid-80s.

In line with Billboard, “The Johnny Canales Present” aired on Univision Community from 1988 to 1996, reaching 1000’s of Mexican households in the USA. The present additionally joined Telemundo in 1997 the place it aired for just a few years.  

Many bear in mind Canales for his emphatic catchphrase, “You bought it! Take it away!”

Because the announcement of his demise, followers have flooded his Fb web page with recollections and condolences to the Tejano legend.

“Due to Johnny he gave lots of people alternatives within the music trade fantastic coronary heart he had my respects…you bought it take it away a lot love,” posted Eric Morales.

Leonala LC Cavazos posted, “A legend rising up within the 90s. Get up on a Sunday, Mother had breakfast prepared, watching Johnny Canales Present, condolences to his household.”

Mexican singer, composer, and accordion participant, Ramón Ayala, additionally posted on his Instagram account a photograph of Canales describing him as a pioneer who found new artists and helped them change into famend worldwide figures.

“His Program was seen by 1000’s of individuals all through the USA and Northern Mexico, uniting our Latin brothers residing in the USA, all the time defending simply causes and our immigrants.” Ayala posted.