Alan Bergman, the Oscar-winning lyricist, died at the age of 99 at his home in Los Angeles. He had been struggling with respiratory issues but continued to write songs until the end. Bergman and his wife, Marilyn, married in 1958 and collaborated successfully on many songs, including hits performed by Frank Sinatra, Michael Jackson, and Barbra Streisand. Their contributions to film and television music spanned decades, creating iconic pieces such as 'How Do You Keep the Music Playing?' and 'You Don't Bring Me Flowers.' Their legacy includes a blend of pop and traditional lyrical styles.
Alan Bergman, the Oscar-winning lyricist, passed away at 99, known for writing enduring hits like 'How Do You Keep the Music Playing?' and 'The Way We Were.'
He continued to write songs until the very end, despite suffering from respiratory issues in recent months before his death at home.
The Bergmans, a prolific songwriting duo, created beloved material for legendary artists and crafted unforgettable lyrical themes for iconic films and television shows.
Their works include classics like 'You Don't Bring Me Flowers,' 'In the Heat of the Night,' and 'Nice 'n' Easy,' blending pop with Tin Pan Alley sentiment.
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