Tom Jones, Lyricist of ‘The Fantasticks’, Passes Away at 95
Tom Jones, Half of Record-Setting ‘Fantasticks’ Team, Dies at 95
Key Points:
- Tom Jones, renowned lyricist and librettist, passed away at the age of 95.
- He was best known for his work on the record-setting musical ‘The Fantasticks’.
- ‘The Fantasticks’ ran for an impressive 42 years, making it the world’s longest-running musical.
Tom Jones, the talented lyricist and librettist, sadly bid farewell to this world at the age of 95. He leaves behind an incredible legacy, but his work on ‘The Fantasticks’ will forever be his shining achievement. This musical, which he co-created, held the record as the longest-running show of all time, charming audiences for an astonishing 42 years. Jones was a true talent and his contributions to the world of theater will never be forgotten.
