Gender
Male
Born
Aug 31, 1918
New York, New York, USA
Died
Jun 14, 1986
New York, New York, USA
Producer Director Writer Lyricist Creative Consultant Source Material
Relations
Husband of
Ruth Boyd (1940 - 1947)
Husband of
Micheline Muselli Pozzo di Borgo (1957 - 1965) divorced
Husband of
Karen Gunderson (1966 - 1974) divorced
Husband of
Sandra Payne (1974 - 1976) divorced
Husband of
Nina Bushkin (1977 - 1981) divorced
Husband of
Marion Bell (1947 - 1949) divorced
Husband of
Nancy Olson (1951 - 1957) divorced
Husband of
Liz Robertson (1981 - 1986) his death
See Also
  • CREDITS
    Camelot (Apr 13, 2023 - Jul 23, 2023)
    • Based on the original book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalRevival
    My Fair Lady (Apr 19, 2018 - Jul 07, 2019)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalComedyRevival
    Gigi (Apr 08, 2015 - Jun 21, 2015)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalComedyRevival
    On a Clear Day You Can See Forever (Dec 11, 2011 - Jan 29, 2012)
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Based on the Original Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalComedyOriginal
    Lovemusik (May 03, 2007 - Jun 24, 2007)
    • Featuring songs with lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalDramaOriginal
    Barbara Cook's Broadway! (Mar 28, 2004 - Apr 18, 2004)
    • Featuring songs with lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    SpecialConcertOriginal
    My Fair Lady (Dec 09, 1993 - May 01, 1994)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalComedy Romantic ComedyRevival
    Camelot (Jun 21, 1993 - Aug 07, 1993)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalRevival
    Teddy & Alice (Nov 12, 1987 - Jan 17, 1988)
    • Creative Consultant: Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalOriginal
    Dance a Little Closer (May 11, 1983 - May 11, 1983)
    • Directed by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalOriginal
    Camelot (Nov 15, 1981 - Jan 02, 1982)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalRevival
    My Fair Lady (Aug 18, 1981 - Nov 29, 1981)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalComedy Romantic ComedyRevival
    Brigadoon (Oct 16, 1980 - Feb 08, 1981)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalComedyRevival
    Camelot (Jul 08, 1980 - Aug 23, 1980)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalRevival
    Carmelina (Apr 08, 1979 - Apr 21, 1979)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalOriginal
    Coquelico (Feb 22, 1979 - Apr 01, 1979)
    • Produced in association with Alan Jay Lerner
    SpecialOriginal
    The American Dance Machine (Jun 14, 1978 - Dec 03, 1978)
    • Featuring songs with lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    SpecialDanceOriginal
    1600 Pennsylvania Avenue (May 04, 1976 - May 08, 1976)
    • Associate Produced by Alan Jay Lerner Productions, Inc.
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalOriginal
    My Fair Lady (Mar 25, 1976 - Feb 20, 1977)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalComedy Romantic ComedyRevival
    Gigi (Nov 13, 1973 - Feb 10, 1974)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalComedyOriginal
    Coco (Dec 18, 1969 - Oct 03, 1970)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalOriginal
    On a Clear Day You Can See Forever (Oct 17, 1965 - Jun 11, 1966)
    • Produced by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalComedyOriginal
    Brigadoon (Jan 30, 1963 - Feb 10, 1963)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalComedyRevival
    An Evening With Yves Montand (Oct 24, 1961 - Dec 16, 1961)
    • "I've Grown Accustomed To Her Face" lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    SpecialSoloOriginal
    Camelot (Dec 03, 1960 - Jan 05, 1963)
    • Produced by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalOriginal
    Brigadoon (Apr 09, 1957 - May 05, 1957)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalComedyRevival
    My Fair Lady (Mar 15, 1956 - Sep 29, 1962)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalComedy Romantic ComedyOriginal
    Paint Your Wagon (Nov 12, 1951 - Jul 19, 1952)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalComedyOriginal
    Brigadoon (May 02, 1950 - May 21, 1950)
    • Written by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalComedyRevival
    Love Life (Oct 07, 1948 - May 14, 1949)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalComedyOriginal
    Brigadoon (Mar 13, 1947 - Jul 31, 1948)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalComedyOriginal
    The Day Before Spring (Nov 22, 1945 - Apr 13, 1946)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalOriginal
    What's Up (Nov 11, 1943 - Jan 04, 1944)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalComedyOriginal
    My Fair Lady (Dec 10, 2019 - Aug 14, 2022)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalComedyRevival
    My Fair Lady (Sep 12, 2007 - Jun 22, 2008)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalComedyRevival
    Camelot (Jan 12, 2007 - Apr 20, 2008)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalRevival
    My Fair Lady (Apr 03, 1993 - Nov 21, 1993)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalComedyRevival
    Camelot (Sep 08, 1992 - Jul 31, 1994)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalRevival
    Brigadoon (Jun 09, 1992 - Aug 23, 1992)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalComedyRevival
    Camelot (Jun 04, 1985 - Dec 07, 1986)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalRevival
    Gigi (Sep 04, 1984 - Jun 22, 1985)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalComedyRevival
    Camelot (Mar 06, 1984 - Sep 09, 1984)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalRevival
    My Fair Lady (Sep 16, 1980 - Jul 19, 1981)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalComedyRevival
    Camelot (Jun 06, 1980 - May 01, 1982)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalRevival
    My Fair Lady (Oct 10, 1977 - May 28, 1978)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalComedyRevival
    Gigi (May 15, 1973 - Nov 03, 1973)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Adapted from the Academy Award-winning film by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalComedyOriginal
    Coco (Jan 11, 1971 - Jun 26, 1971)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalOriginal
    On a Clear Day You Can See Forever (Dec 31, 1967 - May 15, 1968)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalComedyOriginal
    On a Clear Day You Can See Forever (May 22, 1967 - Oct 07, 1967)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalComedyOriginal
    On a Clear Day You Can See Forever (Sep 12, 1966 - Oct 29, 1966)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalComedyOriginal
    Camelot (Oct 03, 1963 - Dec 19, 1964)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalOriginal
    Camelot (Jan 08, 1963 - Aug 01, 1964)
    • Produced by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalOriginal
    My Fair Lady (Mar 18, 1957 - Dec 14, 1963)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalComedyOriginal
    Paint Your Wagon (Oct 02, 1952 - Jan 31, 1953)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalComedyOriginal
    Camelot (Jun 06, 2011 - Jun 06, 2011)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    MusicalBenefit ConcertRevival
    Brigadoon (Jun 14, 2010 - Jun 14, 2010)
    • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    SpecialBenefit ConcertRevival
    Back From Broadway (Jun 17, 2002 - Jun 17, 2002)
    • Featuring songs with lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    SpecialConcert BenefitOriginal
    Lerner and Loewe: A Very Special Evening (May 14, 1979 - May 14, 1979)
    • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    SpecialBenefitOriginal
  • AWARDS

    Tony Award®

     

    Best Original Score

    1979 | Nominee  | Carmelina
    Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner

    Best Original Score

    1974 | Winner  | Gigi
    Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
     

    Best Musical

    1970 | Nominee  | Coco
    Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    Book by Alan Jay Lerner
     

    Best Composer and Lyricist

    1966 | Nominee  | On a Clear Day You Can See Forever
    Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner

    Best Musical

    1957 | Winner  | My Fair Lady
    Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
    Book by Alan Jay Lerner
Camelot (Apr 13, 2023 - Jul 23, 2023)
  • Based on the original book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalRevival
My Fair Lady (Apr 19, 2018 - Jul 07, 2019)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalComedyRevival
Gigi (Apr 08, 2015 - Jun 21, 2015)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalComedyRevival
On a Clear Day You Can See Forever (Dec 11, 2011 - Jan 29, 2012)
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Based on the Original Book by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalComedyOriginal
Lovemusik (May 03, 2007 - Jun 24, 2007)
  • Featuring songs with lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalDramaOriginal
Barbara Cook's Broadway! (Mar 28, 2004 - Apr 18, 2004)
  • Featuring songs with lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
SpecialConcertOriginal
My Fair Lady (Dec 09, 1993 - May 01, 1994)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalComedy Romantic ComedyRevival
Camelot (Jun 21, 1993 - Aug 07, 1993)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalRevival
Teddy & Alice (Nov 12, 1987 - Jan 17, 1988)
  • Creative Consultant: Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalOriginal
Dance a Little Closer (May 11, 1983 - May 11, 1983)
  • Directed by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalOriginal
Camelot (Nov 15, 1981 - Jan 02, 1982)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalRevival
My Fair Lady (Aug 18, 1981 - Nov 29, 1981)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalComedy Romantic ComedyRevival
Brigadoon (Oct 16, 1980 - Feb 08, 1981)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalComedyRevival
Camelot (Jul 08, 1980 - Aug 23, 1980)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalRevival
Carmelina (Apr 08, 1979 - Apr 21, 1979)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalOriginal
Coquelico (Feb 22, 1979 - Apr 01, 1979)
  • Produced in association with Alan Jay Lerner
SpecialOriginal
The American Dance Machine (Jun 14, 1978 - Dec 03, 1978)
  • Featuring songs with lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
SpecialDanceOriginal
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue (May 04, 1976 - May 08, 1976)
  • Associate Produced by Alan Jay Lerner Productions, Inc.
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalOriginal
My Fair Lady (Mar 25, 1976 - Feb 20, 1977)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalComedy Romantic ComedyRevival
Gigi (Nov 13, 1973 - Feb 10, 1974)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalComedyOriginal
Coco (Dec 18, 1969 - Oct 03, 1970)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalOriginal
On a Clear Day You Can See Forever (Oct 17, 1965 - Jun 11, 1966)
  • Produced by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalComedyOriginal
Brigadoon (Jan 30, 1963 - Feb 10, 1963)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalComedyRevival
An Evening With Yves Montand (Oct 24, 1961 - Dec 16, 1961)
  • "I've Grown Accustomed To Her Face" lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
SpecialSoloOriginal
Camelot (Dec 03, 1960 - Jan 05, 1963)
  • Produced by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalOriginal
Brigadoon (Apr 09, 1957 - May 05, 1957)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalComedyRevival
My Fair Lady (Mar 15, 1956 - Sep 29, 1962)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalComedy Romantic ComedyOriginal
Paint Your Wagon (Nov 12, 1951 - Jul 19, 1952)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalComedyOriginal
Brigadoon (May 02, 1950 - May 21, 1950)
  • Written by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalComedyRevival
Love Life (Oct 07, 1948 - May 14, 1949)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalComedyOriginal
Brigadoon (Mar 13, 1947 - Jul 31, 1948)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalComedyOriginal
The Day Before Spring (Nov 22, 1945 - Apr 13, 1946)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalOriginal
What's Up (Nov 11, 1943 - Jan 04, 1944)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalComedyOriginal
My Fair Lady (Dec 10, 2019 - Aug 14, 2022)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalComedyRevival
My Fair Lady (Sep 12, 2007 - Jun 22, 2008)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalComedyRevival
Camelot (Jan 12, 2007 - Apr 20, 2008)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalRevival
My Fair Lady (Apr 03, 1993 - Nov 21, 1993)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalComedyRevival
Camelot (Sep 08, 1992 - Jul 31, 1994)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalRevival
Brigadoon (Jun 09, 1992 - Aug 23, 1992)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalComedyRevival
Camelot (Jun 04, 1985 - Dec 07, 1986)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalRevival
Gigi (Sep 04, 1984 - Jun 22, 1985)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalComedyRevival
Camelot (Mar 06, 1984 - Sep 09, 1984)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalRevival
My Fair Lady (Sep 16, 1980 - Jul 19, 1981)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalComedyRevival
Camelot (Jun 06, 1980 - May 01, 1982)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalRevival
My Fair Lady (Oct 10, 1977 - May 28, 1978)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalComedyRevival
Gigi (May 15, 1973 - Nov 03, 1973)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Adapted from the Academy Award-winning film by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalComedyOriginal
Coco (Jan 11, 1971 - Jun 26, 1971)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalOriginal
On a Clear Day You Can See Forever (Dec 31, 1967 - May 15, 1968)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalComedyOriginal
On a Clear Day You Can See Forever (May 22, 1967 - Oct 07, 1967)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalComedyOriginal
On a Clear Day You Can See Forever (Sep 12, 1966 - Oct 29, 1966)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalComedyOriginal
Camelot (Oct 03, 1963 - Dec 19, 1964)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalOriginal
Camelot (Jan 08, 1963 - Aug 01, 1964)
  • Produced by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalOriginal
My Fair Lady (Mar 18, 1957 - Dec 14, 1963)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalComedyOriginal
Paint Your Wagon (Oct 02, 1952 - Jan 31, 1953)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalComedyOriginal
Camelot (Jun 06, 2011 - Jun 06, 2011)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
MusicalBenefit ConcertRevival
Brigadoon (Jun 14, 2010 - Jun 14, 2010)
  • Book by Alan Jay Lerner
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
SpecialBenefit ConcertRevival
Back From Broadway (Jun 17, 2002 - Jun 17, 2002)
  • Featuring songs with lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
SpecialConcert BenefitOriginal
Lerner and Loewe: A Very Special Evening (May 14, 1979 - May 14, 1979)
  • Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
SpecialBenefitOriginal

Tony Award®

 

Best Original Score

1979 | Nominee  | Carmelina
Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner

Best Original Score

1974 | Winner  | Gigi
Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
 

Best Musical

1970 | Nominee  | Coco
Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
Book by Alan Jay Lerner
 

Best Composer and Lyricist

1966 | Nominee  | On a Clear Day You Can See Forever
Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner

Best Musical

1957 | Winner  | My Fair Lady
Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
Book by Alan Jay Lerner

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