Johnny Canales, who hosted a popular Tejano music show in the 1980s and ‘90s that’s credited with giving exposure to Selena and other artists at a time when such platforms were limited, is reported to be seriously ill, and his friends and fans are asking for prayers for his recovery. Social media posts on several Tejano music sites say Canales is “gravely sick.
George Strait releases first single from new album 'Cowboys and Dreamers' Canales, often described as the Dick Clark of Latino music, is credited with helping to launch Tejano icon Selena by having her on his show early in her career when she was performing as Selena y Los Dinos. The group’s first performance on his show featured a 13-year-old Selena.
Tejano Conjunto Festival is an annual tradition for many fans The singer’s exposure on “The Johnny Canales Show” is captured in the Netflix series “Selena: The Series,” with actor Luis Bordonada playing Canales. Canales, in a 2011 interview with Conexion, reflected on his career in Tejano music, which he considered both a gift from God and a call to service. “It's good that God gave me that, a way to entertain people and make memories ... that's a good feeling,” he said.
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