Overview

• Charles Strouse's death was confirmed by his four children, with a private funeral service planned in New York City.
• Strouse's career spanned over seven decades, with three Tony Awards for Bye Bye Birdie, Applause, and Annie, among other accolades.
• He composed music for more than a dozen Broadway musicals, iconic film scores like Bonnie and Clyde, and the theme song for All in the Family.
• Annie, his most enduring work, featured beloved songs like 'Tomorrow' and 'It’s a Hard Knock Life,' and inspired multiple film and TV adaptations.
• Strouse is survived by four children, eight grandchildren, and leaves a legacy of timeless contributions to American musical theater.