Jerry Ross (composer)

This article is about the composer known for working with Richard Adler. For the songwriter who worked with Kenny Gamble, see Jerry Ross (record producer).

Jerry Ross
Born
Jerold Rosenberg

(1926-03-09)March 9, 1926
The Bronx, New York City, U.S.
DiedNovember 11, 1955(1955-11-11) (aged 29)
OccupationsLyricist, composer
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Jerry Ross (born Jerold Rosenberg; March 9, 1926 – November 11, 1955) was an American lyricist and composer whose works with Richard Adler for the musical theater include The Pajama Game and Damn Yankees, winners of Tony Awards in 1955 and 1956, respectively, in both the "Best Musical" and "Best Composer and Lyricist" categories.

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