Lionel Newman, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Lionel Newman

American composer, pianist and conductor

Date of Birth: 14-Jan-1916

Place of Birth: New Haven, Connecticut, United States

Date of Death: 03-Feb-1989

Profession: composer, conductor, musician, film score composer

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Capricorn

Lionel Newman (January 4, 1916 – February 3, 1989) was an American conductor, pianist, and film and television composer.
He won the Academy Award for Best Score of a Musical Picture for Hello Dolly! with Lennie Hayton in 1969.
He is the brother of Alfred Newman and Emil Newman, uncle of composers Randy Newman, David Newman, Thomas Newman, Maria Newman, and grandfather of Joey Newman.
His 11 nominations contribute to the Newmans being the most nominated Academy Award extended family, with a collective 92 nominations in various music categories.