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North Carolina has been well represented on “American Idol” over the years, but long before the hit show was even dreamed, one of “Roy’s Folks” had become a music success.
John Hofman rubbed elbows with some of Hollywood’s biggest stars, touring the country. He eventually returned to his musical roots in Thomasville.