Chubby Checker (born 1941) became an internationalsensation in the early 1960s, sparking a worldwidedance craze with his hit 'The Twist.' Known for hisenergetic performances and charismatic style, hefollowed with other favorites like 'Let's Twist Again'and 'Pony Time.' Checker's influence went beyondthe charts - he revolutionized popular danceculture and helped make rock 'n' roll a movement foreveryone.