Duncan Sheik, Tony-Winning Singer-Composer, in Critical Condition
Rolling Stone • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Duncan Sheik, known for his 1996 hit "Barely Breathing" and Tony-winning score for Spring Awakening, is currently in critical but stable condition, according to a statement on his social media.
- The statement requests privacy and does not disclose the cause of his medical condition, with no further details shared at this time.
- Sheik gained fame with his debut album featuring "Barely Breathing," which was certified gold and earned him a Grammy nomination.
- Beyond his solo career, Sheik composed music for films and musicals, notably winning a Tony Award for Best Original Score for Spring Awakening in 2006.
- He also contributed to the musical adaptation of American Psycho, which premiered in London in 2013 with his EDM-inspired compositions.
