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George Johnson Sr. Legacy of Afro Sheen | Dover News
George E. Johnson Sr., the visionary founder of Johnson Products and a cultural icon in Black hair care, has died at 99. Starting with a $250 family loan, he built a global empire with beloved brands like Afro Sheen and Ultra Sheen, deeply rooted in Black communities. Beyond business, he shaped culture as a major sponsor of Soul Train, instilled values of humility and respect through his life’s work, and even founded a bank and scholarship fund. His memoir reveals the golden rule that guided his rise from Chicago’s streets to Wall Street — a legacy that continues to inspire. Listen in…
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