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Actress Lesley Ann Warren Mourns Passing of Composer Brother Richard Lewis Warren
Oscar-nominated actress Lesley Ann Warren is grieving the loss of her younger brother, acclaimed television and film composer Richard Lewis Warren, who passed away on October 6. The 79-year-old star of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella shared the heartbreaking news with her followers on Instagram.
In an emotional tribute, Warren recounted the moments leading up to her brother’s passing. “My beloved brother passed last night,” she wrote.
“I was alone with him, telling him about all his amazing accomplishments in this life, his beautiful television compositions, his marathon running, his passionate fathering and his sweet, artistic soul. I told him over and over how proud I was of him and how much I loved him.
He then took his last breath. I believe he waited for us to be together.”
Richard Lewis Warren was a prolific and influential composer, leaving his mark on some of the most iconic television shows of the 1970s and 1980s. His extensive credits include scores for 94 episodes of Dallas and 92 episodes of Remington Steele, alongside contributions to beloved series such as Laverne & Shirley, The Love Boat, Knots Landing, Cover Up, Moonlighting, and Paradise.
Beyond his professional achievements, Lesley lovingly remembered her brother as a devoted father, an avid marathon runner, and a passionate artist whose creative spirit extended far beyond his musical compositions.
Following her announcement, an outpouring of condolences flooded Warren’s social media, with fans sharing their sympathies and reflecting on the unique bond between siblings. One follower wrote, “Siblings have that lovely history with us that no one else does or will.
My deepest condolences ❤️.” Another added, “Such a beautiful moment that he waited for you to be with him during his final physical moments on this earth.
💗.”
Lesley Ann Warren’s own illustrious career spans over six decades, marked by an Oscar nomination for Victor/Victoria (1983), five Golden Globe nominations (including a win for Harold Robbins’ 79 Park Avenue), and an Emmy nomination. Her brother’s significant musical contributions run parallel to her acting legacy, with both siblings defining an era of storytelling in television and film.