Writing
Alan Jay Lerner
1918-1986
Known for My Fair Lady, An American in Paris, Gigi.
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Born08/31/1918
Died06/14/1986
AgeDied at 67
BirthplaceNew York City, New York, U.S.
DepartmentWriting
Also known asAlan J. Lerner
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.
