A mathematician by training, he acquired a devoted following with songs that set sardonic lyrics to music that was often ...

Despite being best known for his humorous and satirical songs, Tom Lehrer, who died on 26 July at the age of 97, spent most ...

Singer-songwriter Tom Lehrer, who gained prominence for his political satire, has reportedly died at the age of 97.

The musical humorist used his Army experience as the basis for several of his songs, and in turn worked in references to his ...

Tom Lehrer songs included “Poisoning Pigeons in the Park,” “The Old Dope Peddler,” “Be Prepared” and “The Vatican Rag,” in ...

Tom Lehrer died on Saturday, aged 97. His album That Was the Year That Was records a live performance, including his ...

Before Tom Lehrer opened his mouth, he seemed the image of decency. Sitting at the piano in a tux as sharp as his jawline, looking a little nerdy with his slicked-back hair, large-framed glasses and ...

Tom Lehrer, the acclaimed musical satirist, has been in the limelight recently due to his passing on July 26, 2025, at the ...

Tom Lehrer passed away on Saturday, 26 July, at his home in Cambridge, Massachusetts, at the age of 97, leaving behind a ...

The news of Tom Lehrer's death was confirmed by his friend David Herder, who indicated that the musician died at his home in ...

The song, commissioned by Garrison Keillor in 1990, was one of the first popular tunes about a Jewish holiday.

Tom Lehrer, the celebrated satirist, mathematician, and songwriter known for his witty and urbane commentary on American ...