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John Frederick Coots was an American songwriter, born on May 2, 1897, and he passed away on April 8, 1985. He is best known for co-writing the famous Christmas song "Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town." The song was first introduced by Eddie Cantor on his radio show in 1934 and later became a holiday classic.

Interestingly, Coots initially had doubts about the song's success. However, it went on to become one of the most popular and enduring Christmas songs of all time. The song has been covered by numerous artists and has been featured in various movies, TV shows, and commercials, solidifying its place in holiday music history.