Gerry Goffin, Song Writer, Carole King’s Ex-Husband Dies at 75

Gerry Goffin, a reputable song writer and Carole King’s former husband is dead. He was 75. He died on Thursday. He is survived by his wife, Michele Goffin, five children and six grandchildren.

Born in Brooklyn, Goffin met King when they were students at Queens College, according to a biography on the Songwriters Hall of Fame website. They married in 1959.

Their big break came with the song “Will You Love Me Tomorrow,” which was recorded by The Shirelles. Luminaries like The Beatles and Whitney Houston.

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He also wrote Saving All My Love For You” with Michael Masser, “Who Put The Bomp” with Barry Mann and “I’ve Got To Use My Imagination” with Barry Goldberg.