Anthony Johnson facts for kids

Anthony Johnson is a name shared by several interesting people! This page will tell you about some of them, from athletes to musicians and important historical figures.

People Named Anthony Johnson

Politicians and Diplomats

• Anthony Johnson (Australian politician) (1924–2001) was an Australian politician. He served in the Parliament of New South Wales, which is like a state government in Australia. He helped make decisions for the people in his area.

• Anthony Johnson (diplomat) (1938–2021) was an important person from Jamaica. He was a politician, a diplomat, and an economist. A diplomat represents their country in other nations, working to build good relationships. He also taught at a university, sharing his knowledge with students.

Sports Stars

Many athletes named Anthony Johnson have played different sports!

American Football Players

• A. J. Johnson (cornerback) (born 1967) played American football in the NFL. He was a cornerback for teams like the San Diego Chargers and Washington Redskins. Cornerbacks are defensive players who try to stop the other team from catching passes.

• Anthony Johnson (defensive lineman) (born 1993) is another American football player. He plays as a defensive tackle, which is a strong position on the defensive line, trying to stop the opposing team's offense.

• Anthony Johnson (running back) (born 1967) was an American NFL running back. Running backs are offensive players who carry the ball and try to run it down the field for touchdowns.

• Anthony Johnson (wide receiver) (born 1995) plays as a wide receiver in American football. Wide receivers are known for catching passes from the quarterback.

Basketball Players

• Anthony Johnson (basketball) (born 1974) is an American basketball player. He played in the NBA, which is the top professional basketball league in the United States.

Mixed Martial Artists

• Anthony Johnson (fighter) (born 1984) was an American mixed martial artist. He competed in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), which is a major organization for this sport.

Other Athletes

• Anthony Johnson (rower) (born 1940) is an American retired rower. Rowing is a sport where athletes race boats using oars.

• Anthony Johnson (cricketer) (born 1964) is a cricketer from Barbados. Cricket is a popular bat-and-ball game, especially in countries like Barbados, England, and India.

Musicians

• Anthony Rolfe Johnson (1940–2010) was an English operatic tenor. A tenor is a male singer with a high vocal range, often performing in operas, which are plays set to music.

• Anthony Johnson (musician) (born 1957) is a Jamaican reggae singer. Reggae is a style of music that started in Jamaica, known for its unique rhythm and often positive messages.

Other Notable People

• Anthony Johnson (actor) (born 1965) is an American actor and comedian. He has appeared in many movies and TV shows, making people laugh with his performances.

• Anthony Johnson (colonist) (circa 1600–1670) was an important figure in early American history. He was a freedman of African descent in Virginia, during a time when many people of African origin were enslaved. He owned land and had legal rights, which was very rare for black people in that era.

• Anthony M. Johnson (born 1954) is an American experimental physicist. Physicists study how the universe works, from tiny particles to huge galaxies. Experimental physicists do hands-on tests and experiments to discover new things.

See also

• Antony and the Johnsons
• Anthony Johnston (disambiguation)
• Anthony Johnson Showalter
• Tony Johnson (disambiguation)