Archive · 21 Sep 2025
Sonny Curtis, Rock Hall of Fame Songwriter, Dies at 88
Sonny Curtis, a celebrated songwriter and performer, has passed away at 88.
He was a key member of The Crickets, Buddy Holly's backing band.
Curtis penned many popular songs, including 'I Fought the Law,' which was covered by multiple artists.
He also wrote 'Walk Right Back' and the theme song for 'The Mary Tyler Moore Show,' 'Love Is All Around.'
Curtis was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and his work continues to be enjoyed by many.
Sonny Curtis, songwriter and member of The Crickets, has died at 88.
Curtis's daughter announced his passing due to a sudden illness.
He wrote the theme song for 'The Mary Tyler Moore Show' and songs like 'I Fought the Law'.
Curtis was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2012.
He performed with notable artists including Buddy Holly and Elvis Presley.
- Who
- Sonny Curtis, a songwriter and performer.
- What
- Died at the age of 88.
- When
- Died recently.
- Where
- Not specified in the article.
- Why
- Due to a sudden illness.
- Name
- Sonny Curtis
- Age at Death
- 88
- Cause of Death
- Sudden illness
- Known For
- Songwriter, Performer
- Notable Songs
- 'I Fought the Law', 'Walk Right Back', 'Love Is All Around'
- Musical Groups
- The Crickets
- Hall of Fame Inductions
- Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (2012), Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame (1991)
