Will Jennings
American songwriter (1944–2024)
Wilbur H. "Will" Jennings (June 27, 1944 – September 6, 2024) was an American songwriter. He was born in Kilgore, Texas. He was known for writing the lyrics for "My Heart Will Go On". The recording was used as the theme for movie Titanic (1997). He has been included into the Songwriter's Hall of Fame. He also won several awards including three Grammy Awards, two Golden Globe Awards, and two Academy Awards.[1]
Will Jennings | |
|---|---|
| Born | June 27, 1944 |
| Died | September 6, 2024 (aged 80) Tyler, Texas, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Education | Tyler Junior College; Stephen F. Austin State University |
| Occupation | Songwriter |
| Known for | "My Heart Will Go On"; "Tears in Heaven"; "Looks Like We Made It" |
Jennings died of a long-illness in Tyler, Texas on September 6, 2024 at the age of 80.[2]
Awards
changeJennings has received awards for writing lyrics to the following songs:
- "My Heart Will Go On" from the movie Titanic
- Academy Award for Best Original Song
- Grammy Award for Song of the Year
- Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song – Motion Picture
- "Tears In Heaven" from the movie Rush
- Grammy Award for Song of the Year
- Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song
- "Up Where We Belong" from the movie An Officer and a Gentleman
- Academy Award for Best Original Song
- BAFTA Film Awards for Best Original Song
- Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song
References
change- ↑ "Will Jennings". IMDb.
- ↑ "Will Jennings, Lyricist For 'Tears in Heaven,' 'My Heart Will Go On,' Dies". Best Classic Bands. 7 September 2024. Retrieved 7 September 2024.