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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Sheldon Mayer Harnick |
| Born | April 30, 1924 Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| Died | June 23, 2023 (aged 99) New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Genres | Musical theater |
| Occupation(s) | Lyricist |
| Years active | 1949–2023 |
Sheldon Mayer Harnick (April 30, 1924 – June 23, 2023) was an American lyricist and songwriter. He was best known for his works with composer Jerry Bock on musicals such as Fiddler on the Roof.[1][2]
Harnick died at his home in New York City on June 23, 2023, at the age of 99.[3][4]
- ↑ Randel, Don Michael (2003). The Harvard Biographical Dictionary of Music. Harvard University Press. p. 357.
- ↑ Gilliland, John (1969). "Show 19 - Blowin' in the Wind: Pop discovers folk music. [Part 2] : UNT Digital Library" (audio). Pop Chronicles. Digital.library.unt.edu. Retrieved 2011-04-29.
- ↑ Berkvist, Robert (23 June 2023). "Sheldon Harnick, 'Fiddler on the Roof' Lyricist, Dies at 99". The New York Times. Retrieved 23 June 2023.
- ↑ Lunder, Jeff. "Broadway lyricist Sheldon Harnick, who wrote 'Fiddler on the Roof,' dies at 99". npr.org. National Public Radio. Retrieved 23 June 2023.