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In Their Own Words

Chuck Berry

Season 2 Episode 2 | 52m 20s

Take a riveting ride on the Chuck Berry train exploring the life, the legend, the music, and the man who is regularly credited as the father of rock and roll. We will meet the family who loved him, the players who were there for the rise, and the stars who bow to his inspiration and credit him for their own success.

Aired: 07/26/21 | Expires: 02/28/23
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