Clive Davis dead: Music mogul who nurtured musicians dies
Legendary music producer Clive Davis has died at the age of 94 in New York City. Known for his role in shaping the careers of icons like Whitney Houston and Bruce Springsteen, Davis was a transformative figure in the music industry.
Why it matters
Davis's death marks the end of an era for the music industry, as he was responsible for discovering and mentoring some of the most influential artists of the 20th century.
Clive Davis, the celebrated mogul who signed and nurtured genre-defining musicians such as Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston, has died. (Arista Records) By Nardine Saad Follow June 22, 2026 8:59 AM PT 9 min Click here to listen to this article Share via Close extra sharing options Email Facebook X LinkedIn Threads Reddit WhatsApp Copy Link URL Copied! Print 0:00 0:00 1x This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here .
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