I have spent 55 years as an entertainer: Rock musician/singer, TV host, author, columnist, actor, producer, emcee and radio broadcaster. The 16th U.S. president, Abraham Lincoln, is my cousin. Favorite actors/actresses include: Clint Eastwood, Dustin Hoffman, Johnny Depp, Susan Sarandon and Richard Dreyfuss. As for favorite television shows, nowadays everything on TV stinks (unless it's a historic documentary). Favorite music of all-time includes surf, psychedelia, garage bands, Motown and just plain ol’ good time Rock & Roll. I have eight books out: "Johnny's Jukebox Word Search: The 60s", “Johnny’s Vintage Rock 'n' Roll Q&A", "Johnny's Jukebox Trivia”, "Paranormal Michigan", "Paranormal Michigan 2", "Steve The Cat", "Monster Memes #1" and "Monster Memes #2". Make sure you check out my "Haunted Michigan" page, too!
John Robinson
Tiger Saves Tiger: The Day Willie Horton Saved Al Kaline’s Life
In 1970, Al Kaline most likely would've died if it hadn't been for Willie Horton's training and quick thinking. Take a look...
When The Purple Gang Ruled Michigan: 1920s-1930s
They started out as troublemakers in school, and graduated to the Big Time. Take a look at this brief lowdown on these legendary Michigan boys!
Michigan Towns That Share Their Names With Places From Around The World
Many Michigan towns have unique names...but they share some with other places in the world. Check out this list of 22 such places!
The Michigan Childhood Home of “Actor’s Studio” Host James Lipton
In the 1990s, Michigander James Lipton found an unexpected hit with "Inside The Actor's Studio". Find out more and see where he grew up in Michigan!
The Curious Disappearance of Grand Rapids’ Mysterious Mr. Rover
After winning the hearts of Grand Rapids townspeople, "Mr. Rover" completely disappeared. Take a look at the story!
Don’t Ever Say These Things To A Yooper
Visiting the UP? Don't make the mistake of saying the wrong thing to a Yooper. Take a look!
The U.P. Town of Laurium and Its Most Famous Resident
One very famous person was born here. Take a look at some vintage photos of this old U.P. Mining Town!
America’s First Outdoor Shopping Mall Was in Michigan
Another first for Michigan...take a look at some vintage and current photos!
Pretty Boy Floyd’s Michigan Hideout, 1930
One of America's most notorious gangsters, Pretty Boy Floyd, had a hideout in Michigan not far from the state line. Take a look and see where to visit!
Is This Michigan’s Tallest Man?
Hailing from Michigan Center, Broc Brown just might hold the title of Michigan's Tallest Man. Take a look!
Michigan’s Most Dangerous Inmate
That's the nickname they gave this man...take a look at the incidents that gave him that notoriety...
The Waheela is a Mythical Wolf Stalking the Northlands from Alaska to Ironwood, Michigan
Legend says the waheela is a wolf-like beast that is the size of a full-grown bear, an evil spirit that can manifest itself anytime and anywhere it wants.