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[MsNyree]

I need a description on someone. Would I say a give me a brief background on Johnny Smith or of Johnny Smith? I know the subject is Johnny, but the object is background. Is that right?

 

[Anglika]

I need some information about someone.

Can you provide me with some background to Johnny Smith?

Could you give me some background to/for Johnny Smith?

I need some background information on/about Johnny Smith.

What is Johnny Smith's background?