From American Songwriter · Erinn Callahan · · 50s
Cynthia Weil's 86th Birthday
Songwriter Cynthia Weil, who co-wrote Dolly Parton's first crossover hit, dies at 82.
In brief
Songwriter Cynthia Weil, who co-wrote Dolly Parton's first crossover hit, dies at 82. Cynthia Weil, co-writer of Dolly Parton's 1977 country chart-topper, died at 82 on June 1, 2023. Originally reported by American Songwriter.
Cynthia Weil's Birthday
Cynthia Weil was born on october 18 1940 in new york city.
Songwriting Duo
Weil and mann formed a songwriting duo that created hits for the righteous brothers and linda ronstadt.
Dolly Parton's Crossover Hit
Weil co-wrote dolly parton's 1977 country chart-topper here you come again.
Hall of Fame Recognition
Weil and mann were inducted into the rock and roll hall of fame in 2012 and received the johnny mercer award in 2011.
Cynthia Weil's Death
Cynthia weil died at age 82 on june 1 2023 in beverly hills california.
In short
Cynthia Weil, co-writer of Dolly Parton's 1977 country chart-topper, died at 82 on June 1, 2023.
