Neil Sedaka, singer, songwriter. Recipient numerous gold records and industry awards, Sammy Cahn Lifetime Achievement award, National Academy Popular Music, Songwriter Icon award, National Music Publications' Association, 2007; named to Songwriters' Hall of Fame, 1983; received star on Hollywood Walk of Fame. Member American Guild of Variety Artists, American Federation Musicians, American Federation of television and Radio Artists.
Background
Sedaka, Neil was born on March 13, 1939. Son of Mac and Eleanor (Appel) Sedaka.
Recipient numerous gold records and industry awards, Sammy Cahn Lifetime Achievement award, National Academy Popular Music, Songwriter Icon award, National Music Publications' Association, 2007. Named to Songwriters' Hall of Fame, 1983. Received star on Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Recipient numerous gold records and industry awards, Sammy Cahn Lifetime Achievement award, National Academy Popular Music, Songwriter Icon award, National Music Publications' Association, 2007. Named to Songwriters' Hall of Fame, 1983. Received star on Hollywood Walk of Fame.