Neil Simon, King of Comedy Playwrights, Dies at 91
18 hours ago by Richard Natale Variety - TV News
Neil Simon, King of Comedy Playwrights, Dies at 91
Neil Simon, one of the rare late-20th century playwrights who was a brand name
for plays such as "The Odd Couple" and "Barefoot in the Park," died Sunday. He
was 91.
A statement from his reps said, "Neil Simon, the Pulitzer Prize-winning
American playwright, died last night at New York-Presbyterian Hospital in New
York City. The cause was complications from pneumonia."
"His wife, Elaine Joyce Simon, was at his bedside along with Mr. Simon's
daughters, Ellen Simon and Nancy Simon."
In addition to his four Oscar nominations and 17 Tony nominations, Simon's
works brought an unsurpassed 50 Tony nominations for their actors.
Regards,
Roger
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