Johnny Marks date of birth:
November 10, 1909
How old was Johnny Marks when died?
75
When did Johnny Marks die?
September 3, 1985
What religion is Johnny Marks?
Jewish
What is Johnny Marks nationality?
American
What is Johnny Marks's occupation?
Musician
Short Biography
John D. Marks (November 10, 1909 – September 3, 1985) was an American songwriter. Although he was Jewish, he specialized in Christmas songs and wrote many holiday standards, including "Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer" (a hit for Gene Autry and others), "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" (a hit for Brenda Lee), "A Holly Jolly Christmas" (recorded by the Quinto Sisters and later by Burl Ives), "Silver and Gold" (for Burl Ives), and "Run Rudolph Run" (recorded by Chuck Berry).