Screamin' Scott Simon, the celebrated pianist of the iconic rock 'n' roll and doo-wop group Sha Na Na, has passed away at the age of 75, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed. Simon died on Thursday in Ojai, California, following a prolonged battle with sinus cancer, as announced by his daughter, Nina Simon on her Instagram handle. Rich Homie Quan Dies at 34; Rapper Was Known for Songs ‘Type of Way’, ‘Flex’ Among Others.
Simon, whose career spanned an impressive 52 years with Sha Na Na, was renowned for his dynamic performances and distinctive style. He was a central figure in the group from its inception in 1970 until their final tour in 2022. Known for his energetic stage presence, Simon was famous for playing the piano with his feet while performing classics like Jerry Lee Lewis's 'Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On' and Danny & the Juniors' 'At the Hop.
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display('div-gpt-ad-1560419204258-2'); }); View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nina Simon (@ninaksimon) In addition to his performance career, Simon played a significant role in the creation of music. He co-wrote the song "Sandy" with Louis St Louis, which was famously performed by John Travolta in the 1978 film adaptation of Grease . The soundtrack from the film became one of the best-selling albums of all time, with over 30 million copies sold, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
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