Award
Special Achievement Academy Award
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Abel Meeropol
1903-02-10 – 1986-10-30
Life & Legacy
Abel Meeropol (February 10, 1903 – October 29, 1986) was an American songwriter and poet whose works were published under his pseudonym Lewis Allan. He wrote the poem and musical setting of "Strange Fruit" (1937), which was recorded by Billie Holiday.
Occupation & Career
poet, songwriter, writer, composer, lyricist, librettist, teacher
Education
City College of New York; Harvard University; DeWitt Clinton High School
Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications
Special Achievement Academy Award; Strange Fruit
Legacy Highlights
Honors & Awards
Special Achievement Academy Award
Notable Work
Strange Fruit
Education & Institutions
City College of New York · DeWitt Clinton High School · Harvard University
Verified Legacy Record
Family Child
Allan Meeropol
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Family Child
Lewis Meeropol
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Family Child
Robert Meeropol
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Family Child
Michael Meeropol
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Notable Work
Strange Fruit
Source: Wikidata population candidate Q1284580 · wikidata
Sources & Provenance
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