It wasn’t Santa Claus spreading old-fashioned Christmas cheer to the residents of Autumn Leaves Retirement Center Thursday evening, but local entertainer Johnny Rockit singing “oldies but goodies” from the past. 

The gyrating, hip-shaking East Dallas singer has long been known for his stellar impersonation of Elvis (the best Elvis Tribute Artist I’ve ever seen) and now he has added other artists from the era like Jackie Wilson, Chuck Berry and Neil Diamond to his repertoire as well as those songs made famous by the King. 

Rockit has been performing at Autumn Leaves for years and the residents love him.  Working the room, with the help of his assistant, Mom Mary Ehrenberger, Rockit delivers along with song, long stem roses, teddy bears, hound dogs and coveted kisses-on-the-cheek to eager fans. 

Rockit retired his exclusive Elvis Tribute a couple of years ago, but continues to perform at private parties and events. 

It was a great Christmas party at Autumn Leaves.