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Alan Jay Lerner

Alan Jay Lerner, born August 31, 1918, in New York City, was an American lyricist and librettist. He began his career contributing to Harvard Hasty Pudding musicals during his time at Harvard University. In 1942, Lerner met Frederick Loewe, marking the start of their collaboration. Their first major success came with Brigadoon in 1947. Lerner and Loewe achieved significant acclaim with My Fair Lady in 1956, which set box-office records and won multiple awards. Their partnership continued with the film musical Gigi, which won nine Oscars in 1958. Despite professional challenges, L...