Larry Adler Death Cause and Date

Larry Adler's Death

Born (Birthday) February 10, 1914

Death Date August 6, 2001

Age of Death 87 years

Cause of Death Cancer

Profession Composer

The composer Larry Adler died at the age of 87. Here is all you want to know, and more!

Biography - A Short Wiki

Regarded as one of the world’s most talented harmonica players, he achieved popular success after working with Sting and Elton John. He was nominated for an Oscar Award for his contribution to the soundtrack for the 1953 film Genevieve.

He married Eileen Walser in 1952, divorced her, and married Sally Cline in 1959. His brother Jerry also became a renowned harmonica player.

He died of cancer in St Thomas’ Hospital, London, aged 87, on 6 August 2001. He was cremated at Golders Green Crematorium, where his ashes remain.