Tom Hanks pays tribute to Adam Schlesinger
Award-winning singer-songwriter Adam Schlesinger, most widely known for his use rock-band 'Fountains Of Wayne', is reported to have died after he was diagnosed with coronavirus. He was 52.
The "Stacy's Mom" singer was hospitalized after contracting COVID-19 in February, a fan suggested he had been located in a medically-induced coma - a fact his longtime lawyer, Josh Grier, disputed earlier this week, reports aceshowbiz.com.
"He's very sick and is heavily sedated, as are persons on ventilators, but no person has used the word 'coma' if you ask me," Grier said. Another attorney, Jaime Herman, told portal WENN: "The reports that Adam is in a medically-induced coma are inaccurate. His doctors have not used that terminology."
A family statement, also obtained by WENN, read: "Many thanks for the outpouring of love for Adam and his family. Adam has been hospitalized with COVID-19. He's on a ventilator and has been sedated to facilitate his recovery. He's receiving proper care, his condition is bettering and we are cautiously optimistic. His family appreciates each of the love and support."
Tom Hanks, who himself had contracted the virus but is currently recovering well from it, took to Twitter to condole Schlesinger's demise. Some tips about what he tweeted:There will be no Playtone without Adam Schlesinger, without his That Thing You Do! He was a One-der. Lost him to Covid-19. Terribly sad today.
Hanx American TV host Jimmy Kimmel, too, tweeted a tribute to the late singer-songwriter. He wrote, "I am very sorry to listen to the terrible news about Adam Schlesinger. I had the pleasure of dealing with Adam when he wrote the theme to Crank Yankers. He was a kind and super-talented man who'll be missed. Sending like to his family, friends and fans."
Author Stephen King wrote, "RIP Adam Schlesinger (Fountains of Wayne), fine singer, witty and satiric songwriter. How terrible to lose him at 52 to this virus."
