Will Jennings
American songwriter (1944–2024)
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Summary
Will Jennings was born on June 27, 1944[1], in Kilgore[2]. He died on September 6, 2024[3], in Tyler[4]. He worked as a songwriter[5]. He ranks in the top 0.7% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (1,942 views/month, #7,010 of 1,000,298).[6]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: United States[7]
- Employer: University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire[8]
- Educated at: Stephen F. Austin State University[9], Tyler Junior College[10]
- Award received: Academy Award for Best Original Song[11]
- Sex or gender: male[12]
- Family name: Jennings[13]
- Given name: Wilbur[14], H.[15]
- Nominated for: Academy Award for Best Original Song[16]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[17]
- Birth name: Wilbur Herschel Jennings[18]
- Name in native language: Will Jennings[19]
- Copyright representative: Broadcast Music, Inc.[20]
- Related category: Category:Songs with lyrics by Will Jennings[21]
- P14750: 97B8-36F9-10F7-748B-5902[22]
Why It Matters
Will Jennings has Wikipedia articles in 12 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[23] He is known by 21 alternative names across languages and contexts.[24]
FAQs
Where was Will Jennings born?
Will Jennings's place of birth was Kilgore[2].
Where did Will Jennings die?
Will Jennings died in Tyler[4].
What did Will Jennings do for work?
Will Jennings worked as a songwriter[5].
Where did Will Jennings go to school?
Will Jennings was educated at Stephen F. Austin State University[9] and Tyler Junior College[10].
What awards did Will Jennings receive?
Honors received include Academy Award for Best Original Song[11].