Neil Sedaka — Biography, Music & Influence

Born March 13, 1939Brooklyn New York, American singer/songwriter (Breaking Up is Hard to Do)
Died February 27, 2026

Neil Sedaka was an American singer and songwriter born on March 13, 1939, in Brooklyn, New York. He was known for his contributions to pop music and is notably recognized for the song "Breaking Up is Hard to Do." Sedaka's career spanned several decades, during which he became a prominent figure in the American music scene. He passed away on February 27, 2026.

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