Congressman Joaquin Castro eulogizes Tejano legend Johnny Canales in U.S. House

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U.S. Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-San Antonio, on Friday delivered a remembrance of late South Texas TV host and Tejano music legend Johnny Canales on the floor of the U.S. House.

Johnny Canales ' TV show started in Corpus Christi in the 1980s before being syndicated in San Antonio and other South Texas markets.

"Johnny was a champion for civil rights, an advocate for veterans and a musician in his own right," Castro said during his eulogy for the TV personality, DJ and bandleader. "To his loyal fans, Johnny was best known for his catchphrase: 'You got it. Take it away!' — the words of encouragement he would share with all the performers who joined him on stage," Castro said."Johnny, you will always be remembered, especially among your loyal fans in South Texas."

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