Clive Davis, Music Mogul With a Golden Ear for Talent, Dies at 94
Clive Davis passed away peacefully at his Manhattan home due to age-related illness. He was a record mogul who discovered Whitney Houston and Barry Manilow. The music industry is gathering in Manhattan for his funeral.
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Music Executive Clive Davis Dies at 94 in New York City
confidence 100%Clive Davis passed away peacefully at his Manhattan home due to age-related illness. He was a record mogul who discovered Whitney Houston and Barry Manilow. The music industry is gathering in Manhattan for his funeral.
What's confirmed:
- Clive Davis died at age 94.
- Davis passed away from age-related illness at his home in Manhattan.
- He discovered talents including Whitney Houston and Barry Manilow.
- Davis worked with Alicia Keys, Billy Joel, Pink Floyd and Aerosmith.
- Industry figures including Bruce Springsteen, Barbra Streisand and Rod Stewart paid tribute to him.
- A funeral for Davis is being held in Manhattan.
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Music Mogul and Record Producer Clive Davis Dies at 94
confidence 95%Clive Davis, a Grammy-winning music executive and producer, has died at age 94. He founded Arista Records and served as president of Columbia Records. Davis is credited with shaping the careers of numerous global stars.
What's confirmed:
- Clive Davis died at the age of 94.
- Davis was a Grammy-winning record producer and music executive.
- He founded Arista Records and served as president of Columbia Records.
- Davis signed or helped shape the careers of Whitney Houston and Bruce Springsteen.
- His roster of artists included Janis Joplin.
Still unconfirmed:
- Davis died peacefully surrounded by loved ones.
- Davis died on Monday.