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WATCH LIVE: Music industry legend Clive Davis remembered in funeral with Springsteen, Dionne Warwick

WATCH LIVE: Music industry legend Clive Davis remembered in funeral with Springsteen, Dionne Warwick

Summary

Music industry legend Clive Davis died at age 94. Many famous musicians and notable figures gathered to honor him at a funeral in New York, which was livestreamed for the public.

Key Facts

  • Clive Davis died on June 22 at his Manhattan apartment at age 94.
  • The funeral took place at Central Synagogue in Manhattan and was livestreamed.
  • Kenny G opened the service with a saxophone solo.
  • Stars like Bruce Springsteen, Dionne Warwick, Barry Manilow, and Stevie Wonder attended.
  • Davis helped launch or boost careers of artists such as Whitney Houston, Alicia Keys, Bruce Springsteen, and Kenny G.
  • He hosted an annual pre-Grammy Awards gala for over 50 years.
  • Former President Barack Obama praised Davis at this year’s gala.
  • Davis is survived by four children, eight grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.
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