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On Friday, dancers and Soul Train lovers are invited to a free awards ceremony, dancer testimonials and music for the popular show, courtesy of CAN-TV, to honor Clinton Ghent, a childhood friend of host Don Cornelius and assistant on Soul Train.

Clinton Ghent had never received an award for his accomplishments in the music industry or for hosting Chicago’s version of the iconic Soul Train music show. But on January 30, Ghent was given a Chic a Go Go Heritage Award on CAN-TV, courtesy of producer Jake Austen, who found the music veteran after years of being out of the music limelight.

On Friday, dancers and Soul Train lovers are invited to a free awards ceremony, dancer testimonials and music for the popular show, courtesy of CAN-TV, to honor Clinton Ghent, a childhood friend of host Don Cornelius and assistant on Soul Train.

The music television showcase “Soul Train” debuted 40 years ago today. The show, dubbed the ‘hippest trip in America,’ was the brainchild of Chicago native Don Cornelius.