Bee Gees manager Robert Stigwood dead at 81
The music mogul produced both “Grease” and “Saturday Night Fever”.
Born in Adelaide, Australia, in 1934, Stigwood moved to Britain in his 20s and managed Eric Clapton and Cream before signing brothers Barry, Maurice and Robin Gibb, collectively known as the Bee Gees.
He later moved into movies, producing films of the Andrew Lloyd Webber-Tim Rice musical “Jesus Christ Superstar” and The Who’s rock opera “Tommy,” as well as disco drama “Saturday Night Fever” — set to a Bee Gees soundtrack — and the nostalgic musical “Grease.”
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Chris January 5th, 2016 at 19:58
At one time he was in the running to manage the Beatles.
RIP, Mr Stigwood.
mistlesuede January 5th, 2016 at 22:29
He had his heart and soul in many beautiful things that brought enjoyment to millions.
Rest in peace Sir.