| Source | CBS Local |
|---|---|
| Original Load Date | July 6, 2026, 5 p.m. |
| Last Updated | July 6, 2026, 5 p.m. |
| Original URL | https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/george-e-johnson-dies-99/ |
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Chicago businessman and founder of Johnson Products, George E. Johnson, has
died.
A spokesperson for Johnson said he died on Monday.
He founded Johnson Products in 1954 with the help of a $500 loan. The products
originally focused on the hair care market for African American men. However,
his succ...