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Plas Johnson, Saxophonist Behind ‘Pink Panther Theme,’ Dead at 94

The prolific musician played on recordings for artists like Frank Sinatra, B.B. King, Joni Mitchell, Marvin Gaye, the Beach Boys, and more

Rolling Stone Music·July 22, 2026· 2,321 reads·Source: Rolling Stone Music

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Plas Johnson, Saxophonist Behind ‘Pink Panther Theme,’ Dead at 94

The prolific musician played on recordings for artists like Frank Sinatra, B.B. King, Joni Mitchell, Marvin Gaye, the Beach Boys, and more

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