Hy Zaret
1907–2007 (age 100)
lyricist
Biography
Hy Zaret brought lyricism to popular song and musical theater, penning words that continue to resonate across generations, most famously with the standard “Unchained Melody.” His thoughtful phrasing and ability to capture universal emotion helped shape the soundtrack of the mid-20th century.
He is remembered by family, friends, and admirers whose visits to Forest Hills Cemetery honor not only the songs he wrote but the warmth he shared with the world.