Johnny Horton Death Cause and Date

Johnny Horton's Death

Born (Birthday) April 30, 1925

Death Date November 5, 1960

Age of Death 35 years

Cause of Death Traffic Collision

Profession Country Singer

The country singer Johnny Horton died at the age of 35. Here is all you want to know, and more!

Biography - A Short Wiki

His saga songs like “The Battle of New Orleans,” which combine history and country music, catalyzed a musical fad and won him a Grammy Award for Best Country Album.

He was born in Los Angeles, California, the son of sharecropping parents who split their time between California and Texas.