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obituary2 years ago

"Iconic Director Norman Jewison Passes Away at 97"

Norman Jewison, the acclaimed Canadian-born director known for films like "In the Heat of the Night" and "Fiddler on the Roof," has passed away at 97. Throughout his career, he combined light entertainment with topical films, often addressing themes of racism and injustice. Jewison received three Oscar nominations and won an Academy Award for lifetime achievement in 1999. He leaves behind a legacy of influential and diverse films, and is remembered for his impact on the film industry.

obituary2 years ago

"Legendary Director Norman Jewison Dies at 97"

Norman Jewison, the acclaimed director of films like "In the Heat of the Night," "Fiddler on the Roof," and "Moonstruck," has passed away at the age of 97. The Canadian-born filmmaker earned seven Oscar nominations throughout his career and was known for addressing themes of racism and injustice in his work. Jewison's notable films include "In the Heat of the Night," "Fiddler on the Roof," and "Moonstruck," for which Cher and Nicolas Cage expressed their gratitude and sadness at his passing. Cher thanked Jewison for her best actress Oscar win for "Moonstruck," while Cage praised him for his guidance. Jewison's last completed film was 2003's "The Statement," and he is survived by his three children.

obituary2 years ago

"Legacy of Norman Jewison: A Tribute to a Versatile Social Chronicler"

Norman Jewison, the Oscar-nominated Canadian director known for films like "In the Heat of the Night" and "Fiddler on the Roof," has passed away at the age of 97. With a career spanning over 40 years, he received multiple Oscar nominations and was awarded the Irving G. Thalberg Memorial Award for his body of work. Jewison's diverse filmography included iconic works such as "The Thomas Crown Affair," "Jesus Christ Superstar," and "Moonstruck." He is survived by his wife, three children, and five grandchildren.

obituary2 years ago

"Legendary 'Fiddler on the Roof' Director Norman Jewison Dies at 97"

Norman Jewison, the Canadian-born director known for films like "Fiddler on the Roof" and "In the Heat of the Night," has passed away at 97. Throughout his career, he directed a diverse range of films, from comedies to thrillers, and tackled social issues such as racial prejudice. Jewison's work defied categorization, and he leaves behind a legacy of impactful and varied films.

entertainment2 years ago

'Fiddler on the Roof' Lyricist Sheldon Harnick Dies at 99

Sheldon Harnick, the lyricist who partnered with composer Jerry Bock to create the songs for some of Broadway’s greatest musicals, including Fiddler on the Roof, Fiorello! and She Loves Me, has died at the age of 99. Harnick, who had an uncanny knack of making it sound as if the singer were having a conversation with the audience, was known for his simple yet deeply moving lyrics. Fiddler on the Roof was one of the most successful musicals in history, becoming the first on Broadway to surpass 3,000 performances.

obituary2 years ago

'Fiddler on the Roof' Lyricist Sheldon Harnick Passes Away at 99

Sheldon Harnick, a Broadway lyricist known for his creative partnership with composer Jerry Bock, has died at the age of 99. The duo collaborated on five shows that drew Tony Award nominations for best musical, including "Fiddler on the Roof," which became their most successful production. The musical ran on Broadway from 1964 to 1972 and won 10 Tony Awards, including best composer and lyricist. Harnick's partnership with Bock barely survived the 1960s, but they eventually reconciled as friends.

entertainment2 years ago

Legendary 'Fiddler on the Roof' Lyricist Sheldon Harnick Dies at 99

Sheldon Harnick, the lyricist behind the iconic Broadway musical "Fiddler on the Roof," has died at the age of 99. Harnick collaborated with composer Jerry Bock to create some of Broadway's most beloved musicals, including "Fiorello!" and "She Loves Me." However, it was "Fiddler on the Roof" that became their masterpiece, with songs like "Matchmaker, Matchmaker," "Sunrise, Sunset," and "If I Were a Rich Man" becoming post-War Broadway classics. Harnick's lyrics were praised for their clarity and purpose, and he never relied on easy rhymes or cliches. He is survived by his wife, daughter, son, and four grandchildren.

entertainment2 years ago

Tony-winning 'Fiddler on the Roof' lyricist Sheldon Harnick dies at 99.

Sheldon Harnick, the Tony-winning lyricist who collaborated with composer Jerry Bock on some of Broadway's most successful musicals, including Fiddler on the Roof and She Loves Me, has died at the age of 99. Harnick's lyrics were known for their humanity-rich quality and ability to express the hopes and fears of characters without crossing into sentimentality. He and Bock were nominated for Tony Awards for several productions, winning for Fiorello! and Fiddler on the Roof. Harnick remained creatively active until the end of his life, providing new lyrics for the 2016 revival of She Loves Me.

obituary2 years ago

Legendary 'Fiddler on the Roof' Lyricist Sheldon Harnick Passes Away at 99

Sheldon Harnick, the Tony Award-winning lyricist who collaborated with composer Jerry Bock to create some of Broadway's most memorable musicals, including "Fiddler on the Roof" and "Fiorello!," has died at the age of 99. Harnick's lyrics gave voice to a broad range of characters and emotions, from starry-eyed young lovers to struggling Jews in early-20th-century Russia. "Fiddler on the Roof" became the longest-running musical in Broadway history and won nine Tony Awards, including one for its score. Harnick also worked on other shows and became an accomplished opera translator and librettist.

entertainment2 years ago

"Fiddler on the Roof" Star Topol's Secret Life as a Mossad Agent Revealed by Family

The family of Israeli actor Chaim Topol, best known for his role in "Fiddler on the Roof," claim that he worked with Mossad, the country's intelligence agency, on secret missions. Topol's wife and children revealed that he often traveled abroad with a miniature camera and tape recorder, and had connections with a well-known member of Mossad. Other individuals outside the family also claimed that Topol used his international reputation to make connections in countries where Israelis weren't necessarily welcome. Topol passed away in March at the age of 87.