Duncan Sheik, ‘Spring Awakening’ and ‘Barely Breathing’ Musician, Dies at 56
The Tony winner's mother confirms his death due to organ failure after a hospitalization The post Duncan Sheik, ‘Spring Awakening’ and ‘Barely Breathing’ Musician, Dies at 56 appeared first on TheWrap .
Musician Duncan Sheik, known for his work on the Tony-winning musicals "Spring Awakening" and "Barely Breathing," passed away in Manhattan on Thursday at the age of 56, following a hospitalization, according to his mother. The cause of death was organ failure. Sheik's mother shared the news on Instagram, stating that he was currently receiving medical care and remained in critical but stable condition.
The family requested privacy during this difficult time and asked for support from fans and followers. Sheik's death occurred as his new musical, "Memoirs of Amorous Gentlemen," was set to begin its Off-Broadway run later in the month, and an Off-Broadway revival of "Spring Awakening" was scheduled for November previews. In the 1990s, Sheik gained recognition for his Grammy nomination for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance for his debut single, "Barely Breathing."
He went on to collaborate with Steven Sater on "Spring Awakening," winning two Tonys for Best Original Score and Best Orchestrations.
Written by urgent.news from TheWrap's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
This story
This is one outlet's version. Read the fullest account.
- Lea Michele Remembers Duncan Sheik: Death Of ‘Spring Awakening’ Composer “Does Not Seem Real” deadline.com
- Duncan Sheik Dead: “Barely Breathing” Singer and Spring Awakening Composer Was 56 consequence.net
- Duncan Sheik, Tony- and Grammy-winning ‘Spring Awakening’ composer and pop star, dies at 56 toronto.citynews.ca
- Duncan Sheik's wife, daughter and net worth in focus after his death at 56 hindustantimes.com
- Lea Michele, Matt Pinfield, ‘Pose’ Co-Creator Steven Canals Remember ‘Spring Awakening’ Composer Duncan Sheik: “Does Not Seem Real” hollywoodreporter.com
- R.I.P. Duncan Sheik, pop singer and Tony-winning composer avclub.com
- Duncan Sheik, ‘Spring Awakening’ Composer and ‘Barely Breathing’ Singer, Dead at 56 rollingstone.com
- Duncan Sheik, singer-songwriter of "Barely Breathing," dies at 56 cbsnews.com
