Writer 1918 - 1986

Alan Jay Lerner

New York City, New York, U.S.

Alan Jay Lerner was an American lyricist and librettist. In collaboration with Frederick Loewe, and later Burton Lane, he created some of the world's most popular and enduring works of musical theatre both for the stage and on film. Lerner won three Tony Awards and three... Read full bio →

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Full Name

Alan Jay Lerner

Known For

Writing

Birthday

August 31st, 1918 00:00

Place of Birth

New York City, New York, U.S.

Died

June 14th, 1986 00:00 (aged 67)

TMDB ID

27968

IMDb ID

nm0503585

Biography

Alan Jay Lerner was an American lyricist and librettist. In collaboration with Frederick Loewe, and later Burton Lane, he created some of the world's most popular and enduring works of musical theatre both for the stage and on film. Lerner won three Tony Awards and three Academy Awards, among other honors.