Steve Lawrence, the renowned singer who gained prominence in the 1950s and 1960s as one half of the duo Steve and Eydie alongside his wife, has passed away.
David Lawrence, his son and a composer and performer, fondly remembers his father as not only an inspiration to many but also as a charming, funny individual who possessed remarkable singing talent.
Reflecting on his father’s legacy, David expressed pride in Steve’s contributions to the entertainment industry and hoped they would be remembered for years to come.
Steve Lawrence, aged 88, succumbed to complications related to Alzheimer’s disease. He and his wife, Eydie Gormé, captivated audiences worldwide with their performances until 2009 when Eydie retired due to health issues.
Eydie passed away in 2013 at the age of 84, while Steve continued to tour until 2019 when he received his Alzheimer’s diagnosis. Steve and Eydie’s rise to fame began after they met on “The Tonight Show” hosted by Steve Allen and subsequently got married in 1957.
Their partnership led to accolades, including a Grammy for Best Performance by a Vocal Duo or Group and an Emmy for their television special “Steve & Eydie Celebrate Irving Berlin” in 1979.
Steve Lawrence also enjoyed a successful solo career, achieving Top 10 hits with songs like “Pretty Blue Eyes” (1959), Footsteps” (1960), and “Portrait Of My Love” (1961).
