Sheldon Harnick, Lyricist Behind Broadway Classics Like ‘Fiddler on the Roof,’ Dies at 99

Overview

• Sheldon Harnick, a legendary Broadway lyricist, passed away at the age of 99 in New York City.
• Harnick collaborated with composer Jerry Bock to write musicals like “Fiddler on the Roof,” “Fiorello!,” and “She Loves Me.”
• “Fiddler on the Roof” became a massive success, winning several Tony Awards and becoming the longest-running musical in Broadway history at the time.
• Harnick had a gift for crafting lyrics that sounded natural and gave voice to a wide range of characters.
• Harnick received many honors over his career, including Tony and Grammy Awards, and was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.