'Mary Tyler Moore' Theme Writer Sonny Curtis Dies at 88
Summary
Sonny Curtis, the songwriter known for hits like "I Fought the Law" and the theme song for The Mary Tyler Moore Show, passed away at 88. Curtis, who was a part of the band The Crickets and a key figure in early rock music, influenced many artists and left a lasting impact on American music and television.Key Facts
- Sonny Curtis was a well-known songwriter and guitarist.
- He wrote "I Fought the Law" and the theme for The Mary Tyler Moore Show.
- The Crickets, the band Curtis was part of, included Buddy Holly.
- Curtis was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2012.
- "I Fought the Law" gained popularity with The Bobby Fuller Four and was covered by multiple famous artists.
- Curtis' music stretched across multiple genres and decades.
- He was born in Texas during the Great Depression to a cotton farming family.
- Curtis is survived by his wife Louise and daughter Sarah.
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