Gerald Fried, Star Trek and Roots Composer, Dead at 95

Gerald Fried has passed away at age 95. The composer was known for creating some of television and film's most iconic music. According to Deadline, Fried passed away on Friday from pneumonia at St. Vincent's Hospital in Bridgeport, CT. Throughout his career, Fried was nominated for five Emmys, winning one for the iconic miniseries Roots in 1977. He was also nominated for an Academy Award in 1976 for creating the score for Birds Do It, Bees Do It.

"So sad to hear about the passing of 'STAR TREK' legend GERALD FRIED at the age of 95 – Fried composed some of the most memorable scores of 'THE ORIGINAL SERIES,' including 'SHORE LEAVE,' 'THE PARADISE SYNDROME' and 'AMOK TIME.' Fried also won an EMMY for 'ROOTS.' #StarTrek," @MovieMantz tweeted. All of us at Trek Long Island are deeply saddened to learn that legendary composer Gerald Fried has died.

Entertainment Entertainment Latest News, Entertainment Entertainment Headlines

Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.

Gerald Fried Dies: Emmy Winning Composer For ‘Roots’, ‘Star Trek’, ‘Gilligan’s Island’ Was 95Gerald Fried, a composer for some of television’s biggest moments in the 1960s, died Friday at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Bridgeport, CT of pneumonia at age 95. Fried won an Emmy for the… May he rest in peace.
Source: DEADLINE - 🏆 109. / 63 Read more »

Gerald Fried, Emmy-winning and Oscar-nominated composer, dead at 95“In TV, you see it once, go home, and next Friday you’re conducting the music,” Fried once recalled of his prolific career. The original Star Trek was so improved by his amazing scores.
Source: nypost - 🏆 91. / 67 Read more »