Neil Sedaka, singer of Breaking Up Is Hard To Do, dies at 86
A skilled pianist nominated for five Grammy awards, Sedaka wrote hits through the 1950's and 60's.
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Notable Quotes
"It's wonderful for the soul to be able to play classical music."
— Neil Sedaka , Celebrity
"It's nice to be a legend, but it's better to be a working legend."
— Neil Sedaka , Celebrity
"Our family is devastated by the sudden passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather, Neil Sedaka."
— Neil Sedaka , Celebrity
"A true rock and roll legend, an inspiration to millions, but most importantly, at least to those of us who were lucky enough to know him, an incredible human being who will be deeply missed."
— Neil Sedaka , Celebrity
"Our family is devastated by the sudden passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather, Neil Sedaka."
— Neil Sedaka , Celebrity
"Once a performer, always a performer. It's that adrenaline rush. It's like a natural high when you're in front of an audience, and if you get that standing ovation, it's infectious."
— Neil Sedaka , Celebrity
"The creative mind is still working and it's a drive. You have you to prove yourself each time. You have to raise the level of Neil Sedaka. You have to top yourself."
— Neil Sedaka , Celebrity
Key People
Carole King is a renowned singer-songwriter and high school sweetheart of Neil Sedaka.
Connie Francis is a singer whose career was propelled by Neil Sedaka's songwriting.
Howard Greenfield was a lyricist and collaborator with Neil Sedaka.
Leba Sedaka is the wife of Neil Sedaka.
American singer-songwriter known for hits in the 1950s and 60s.
Pavarotti was a famous operatic tenor referenced by Neil Sedaka.
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A skilled pianist nominated for five Grammy awards, Sedaka wrote hits through the 1950's and 60's.
Neil Sedaka, renowned for classics like 'Breaking Up Is Hard to Do' and 'Laughter in the Rain,' passed away at 86. His family described him as a 'true rock and roll legend' and an 'incredible human being.'
Neil Sedaka, known for hits like 'Breaking Up Is Hard to Do' and 'Laughter in the Rain,' died at 86. His family expressed devastation over his sudden passing.
Neil Sedaka, famed for songs like 'Calendar Girl' and 'Oh! Carol,' passed away at 86. His family described him as a 'true rock and roll legend' and an 'incredible human being.'
Neil Sedaka, known for hits like 'Laughter in the Rain' and 'Breaking Up Is Hard to Do,' died at 86. His family expressed devastation over his sudden passing.
Neil Sedaka, known for hits like 'Breaking Up Is Hard to Do' and 'Laughter in the Rain,' passed away at 86. His family described him as a 'true rock and roll legend' and an 'incredible human being.'
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