Jerry Ross

Theatrical Composer

1926 – 1955

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Who was Jerry Ross?

Jerry Ross was an American lyricist and composer whose works with Richard Adler for the musical theater include The Pajama Game and Damn Yankees, winners of Tony Awards in 1955 and 1956 respectively in both the "Best Musical" and "Best Composer and Lyricist" categories.

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Born
Mar 9, 1926
The Bronx
Also known as
  • Jerold Rosenberg
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Nationality
  • United States of America
Profession
Education
  • New York University
Lived in
  • New York City
  • The Bronx
Died
Nov 11, 1955
New York City

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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