Hal Willner Biography and Wiki
Hal Willner was an American music producer working in recording, films, TV and live events. Willner was best known for assembling tribute albums and events featuring a wide variety of artists and musical styles (jazz, classical, rock, Tin Pan Alley).
Hal Willner Age and Birthday
Hal Willner was born on April 6, 1956, and died on April 7, 2020. Willner was born in Philadelphia in 1956.
Hal Willner Height and Weight
Hal appeared to be quite tall in stature if his photos, relative to his surroundings, are anything to go by. However, details regarding his actual height and other body measurements are currently not publicly available. We are keeping tabs and will update this information once it is out.
Hal Willner Education
Talking about his educational background, Hal attended New York University but did not graduate.
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Hal Willner Family
Hal Willner Parents and Siblings
Talking about his family background, Hal’s father and uncle were Holocaust survivors. Hal moved to New York City in 1974 to attend New York University but did not graduate.
Hal Willner Wife / Marriage
Hal was married to Sheila Rogers who is an American columnist and television producer, known for her work in the field of music. Sheila wrote for Rolling Stone magazine, and has been a producer for The Late Show with David Letterman, for which she shares 7 Emmy nominations, and The Late Late Show with James Corden.
Hal Willner Facts and Body Measurements
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- Date of Birth: Hal Willner was born on April 6, 1956
- Place of Birth: Philadelphia
- Education: University of Auburn
- Birthday: April 6
- Nationality: American
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- Siblings: Terry Henley
- Married?: Sheila Rogers
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- Profession: music producer working in recording, films, TV and live events
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Hal Willner Career
Hal worked under record producer Joel Dorn, credited as associate producer on Leon Redbone’s albums Double Time and Champagne Charlie, and The Neville Brothers’ Fiyo on the Bayou in the late 1970s. He became the sketch music producer of Saturday Night Live in 1980, where he chose the music to be used in sketches. Willner was also a producer of the TV program Sunday Night hosted by David Sanborn. He produced albums for Marianne Faithfull, Lou Reed, Bill Frisell, Steven Bernstein, William S. Burroughs, Gavin Friday, Lucinda Williams, Laurie Anderson and Allen Ginsberg, among others.
He produced a live tribute concert to Tim Buckley, that ultimately launched the career of Tim’s son Jeff. Willner released one album under his own name: Whoops, I’m an Indian, which featured audio samples from 78 rpm records from the early-mid 20th century. Willner produced his pirate-themed concert event Rogue’s Gallery for the Sydney Festival in January 2010. The multinational cast included Marianne Faithfull, Todd Rundgren, Tim Robbins, Gavin Friday, Peter Garrett, Baby Gramps, David Thomas, Sarah Blasko, Katy Steele, Peaches, Glenn Richards, Liam Finn, Camille O’Sullivan, Kami Thompson and Marry Waterson.
Hal Willner Net Worth
Hal had not revealed his net worth. He was a simple person and never likes to attract public attention by publicly displaying his wealth. However, this section is under review, we will update you when details about his net worth are revealed.
Hal Willner Cause of Death
Hal died from complications of COVID-19 symptoms at his home on the Upper West Side of Manhattan on April 7, 2020, one day after his 64th birthday.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hal Willner
Who is Hal Willner?
Hal Willner was an American music producer working in recording, films, TV and live events. Willner was best known for assembling tribute albums and events featuring a wide variety of artists and musical styles (jazz, classical, rock, Tin Pan Alley).
How old is Hal Willner?
Hal Willner was born on April 6, 1956, and died on April 7, 2020. Willner was born in Philadelphia in 1956.
How tall is Hal Willner?
Hal appeared to be quite tall in stature if his photos, relative to his surroundings, are anything to go by. However, details regarding his actual height and other body measurements are currently not publicly available. We are keeping tabs and will update this information once it is out.
Is Vic Hal Willner married?
Hal was married to Sheila Rogers who is an American columnist and television producer, known for her work in the field of music. Sheila wrote for Rolling Stone magazine, and has been a producer for The Late Show with David Letterman, for which she shares 7 Emmy nominations, and The Late Late Show with James Corden.
How much is Hal?
Hal had not revealed his net worth. He was a simple person and never likes to attract public attention by publicly displaying his wealth. However, this section is under review, we will update you when details about his net worth are revealed.
Where does Hal live?
Because of security reasons, Hal did not share his precise location of residence. We will immediately update this information if we get the location and images of the house.
Is Hal Dead or alive?
Hal is dead, he died from complications of COVID-19 symptoms at his home on the Upper West Side of Manhattan on April 7, 2020, one day after his 64th birthday.
Where is Hal ?
Hal Willner was an American music producer working in recording, films, TV and live events.