David Johansen
Buster Poindexter, David Roger Johansen, David Jo Hansen
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David Roger Johansen (January 9, 1950 – February 28, 2025) was an American singer, songwriter, and actor best known as lead singer of the seminal proto-punk band the New York Dolls. He is also known for his work under the pseudonym Buster Poindexter and for playing the Ghost of Christmas Past in Scrooged (1988).
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David Johansen, Who Fronted the New York Dolls and More, Dies at 75 (Published 2025)
I Was There When: The David Johansen Group Played Live At University of Vermont 1979
David Johansen: “We inspired a lot of people. Not just musically, but to get involved and have fun with it…”
Martin Scorsese Remembers David Johansen: ‘What a Remarkable Artist. What an Amazing Man’
David Johansen, singer from the seminal punk band the New York Dolls, dead at 75
David Johansen, New York Dolls Lead Singer, Dies at 75 Following Stage 4 Cancer Diagnosis
New York Dolls singer David Johansen dead at 75 after daughter pleads with fans for help
David Johansen, New York Dolls and Buster Poindexter singer, dead at 75 - ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
David Johansen Dies: New York Dolls Frontman Who Recently Revealed Stage 4 Cancer Was 75
David Johansen tributes: Little Steven, Morrissey, Pearl Jam, Steve Stevens & more remember the late New York Dolls frontman
David Johansen, New York Dolls singer, battling stage 4 cancer and seeking financial help
Family of New York Dolls' David Johansen raising funds for stage 4 cancer care
Living Legends: David Johansen On The New York Dolls, Helping Found Punk & His New Martin Scorsese
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