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Singer-songwriter Duncan Sheik dies at 56

Singer-songwriter Duncan Sheik dies at 56

Also reported by Guardian World

Summary

Duncan Sheik, a singer and composer known for the 1990s hit "Barely Breathing" and the Broadway musical "Spring Awakening," has died at age 56. He passed away from cardiac arrest on Thursday, surrounded by his family.

Key Facts

  • Duncan Sheik was a singer-songwriter famous for the song "Barely Breathing" in the 1990s.
  • He composed music for the Broadway show "Spring Awakening," which won eight Tony Awards in 2007.
  • Sheik won awards for best orchestrations and original musical score for "Spring Awakening."
  • He also worked on Broadway shows "American Psycho" (2016) and "Alice by Heart" (2018).
  • Sheik died on Thursday from cardiac arrest, as confirmed by his family.
  • He is survived by his wife Nora, their daughter Ines, his parents, and two half-siblings.
  • His family shared that he was surrounded by love at the time of his death.
  • "Spring Awakening" is set for an off-Broadway run in New York City this November.
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