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George E. Johnson, Who Built a Black Hair-Care Empire, Dies at 99

Source: The New York Times Published Mon, 06 Jul 2026 21:24:08 +0000
George E. Johnson, Who Built a Black Hair-Care Empire, Dies at 99

Why This Matters

Key context: George E. Johnson last year at his home in Chicago. The Johnson Products Company made him one of the country’s wealthiest African Americans. This development from The New York Times highlights ongoing changes in the sector.

George E. Johnson last year at his home in Chicago. The Johnson Products Company made him one of the country’s wealthiest African Americans.

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