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NEW ORLEANS —News With a Twist had the distinct honor of kicking off “Dr. John Month” at a private gathering of friends at the Napoleon House in the French Quarter.

News With a Twist host LBJ read’s Dr. John’s proclamations from the governor and city council (WGNO-TV November 1, 2017)

Dr. John, born Malcolm John “Mac” Rebennack, will celebrate his 77th birthday is on November 21st, and Gov. John Bel Edwards and the New Orleans City Council sent proclamations celebrating the genius of the “Nite Tripper.”

Dr. John playing piano at Napoleon House celebration of his birthday (WGNO-TV November 1, 2017)

The day culminated with Dr. John playing piano for everyone.