About Joe Darion
Lived 1917 – 2001 (aged 84). Joe Darion was an American poet, lyricist and songwriter.
Joe Darion (30 January 1911 — 16 June 2001) was an American musical theatre lyricist, most famous for Man of La Mancha, which is considered, by some critics, as a precursor to 1980s sung-through musicals such as Les Miserables.
Darion was born in New York City and died at age 90 in Lebanon, New Hampshire.
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Who was Joe Darion?
American lyricist (1917–2001)
When was Joe Darion born?
Joe Darion was born on 30 January 1917 in New York City.
When did Joe Darion die?
Joe Darion died on 6 June 2001 in New Hampshire.
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Joe Darion was a poet, lyricist and songwriter.
What nationality was Joe Darion?
Joe Darion was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Joe Darion. https://biography.guide/joe-darion/
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