Jerry Herman date of birth:
July 10, 1931
How old is Jerry Herman?
95
Where was Jerry Herman born?
New York City, NY, United States
Is Jerry Herman gay or straight?
Gay
What is Jerry Herman's ethnicity?
White
What is Jerry Herman nationality?
American
What is Jerry Herman's occupation?
Composer, Lyricist
What genre is Jerry Herman's work?
Musical theatre
What instruments does Jerry Herman play?
Piano, Piano
Short Biography
Jerry Herman (born July 10, 1931 or 1933) is an American composer and lyricist, known for his work in Broadway musical theater. He composed the scores for the hit Broadway musicals Hello, Dolly!, Mame, and La Cage aux Folles. He has been nominated for the Tony Award five times, and won twice, for Hello, Dolly! and La Cage aux Folles. In 2009, Herman received the Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre. He is a recipient of the 2010 Kennedy Center Honors.