Neil Sedaka, the legendary singer-songwriter behind enduring pop standards such as “Breaking Up Is Hard to Do,” “Bad Blood,” “Laughter in the Rain,” and “Calendar Girl,” has died. He was 86.
“Our family is devastated by the sudden passing of our beloved husband, father, and grandfather, Neil Sedaka,” the family said in a statement on social media. “A true rock and roll legend, an inspiration to millions, but most importantly, at least to those of us who were lucky enough to know him, an incredible human being who will be deeply missed.”
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