Willie Hammerstein
1874–1914 (age 40)
Producer, Songwriter
Biography
Willie Hammerstein was a producer and songwriter whose creative instincts helped bring lively entertainment to stage audiences. His dedication to the performing arts fueled memorable productions and nurtured talent.
Hammerstein’s flair for showmanship and his influence on popular culture remain appreciated, and he was laid to rest at Woodlawn Cemetery among fellow contributors to the arts.