Writer
Alan Jay Lerner
Born 1918-08-31Died 1986-06-14aged 67
Alan Jay Lerner (1918–1986) is best known for The Little Prince, On a Clear Day You Can See Forever and Paint Your Wagon.
Alan Jay Lerner (August 31, 1918 – June 14, 1986) was an American lyricist and librettist. In collaboration with Frederick Loewe, and later Burton Lane, he created some of the world's most popular and enduring works of musical theatre both for the stage and on film. Lerner won three Tony Awards and three Academy Awards, among other honors.