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Neil Sedaka died at age 86 in Los Angeles, ending a decades-spanning career of pop hits and songwriting.
Sedaka was a Brill Building staple who teamed with Howard Greenfield on songs that defined late 1950s and early 1960s teen pop.
In the 1960s, he became a vocalist in his own right with hits like Breaking Up Is Hard to Do, Calendar Girl, and Oh! Carol.

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Neil Sedaka, famed for 'Breaking Up Is Hard to Do' and 'Laughter in the Rain,' died at 86, with no cause of death disclosed.
Sedaka had two distinct career eras: early 1960s pop and doo-wop, then a successful 1970s adult contemporary comeback.
Sedaka studied at Juilliard and co-founded the Tokens before achieving solo fame.
Sedaka’s international appeal grew from recording songs in multiple languages.
Elton John helped Sedaka mount a comeback in the 1970s under his label.
Sedaka’s prolific songwriting contributed to his fame, including work with his partner Howard Greenfield.
Sedaka released his last studio album, I Do It for Applause, in 2016 and later paused new music.
Sedaka discussed his career revival and his reflections on staying relevant into the modern era.
Sedaka continued to perform and share performances from home during the COVID-19 era.
The Rolling Stone obituary notes Sedaka’s enduring influence and international appeal.

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