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James Rado
Writing
Born January 23, 1932 · Los Angeles, California, USA
Died June 21, 2022
Also known as James Rado
Biography
James Rado is an American actor, playwright, director, writer and composer, best known as the co-author, along with Gerome Ragni, of the 1967 musical Hair. He and Ragni were nominated for the 1969 Tony Award for best musical, and they won for best musical at the 11th Annual Grammy Awards.
Awards & recognition
- Grammy Hall of Fame · 2005
- Grammy Award — Best Musical Theater Album · 1969
- Tony Award — Best Musical · 1969 · nominated
