Neil Sedaka Dies at 86, Leaving Behind a Timeless Musical Legacy

Legendary singer‑songwriter Neil Sedaka has died at the age of 86, leaving behind one of the most enduring legacies in popular music history.   Born in Brooklyn, New York, Sedaka rose to fame in the late 1950s and 1960s with a string of timeless hits, including classics like “Oh! Carol,” “Breaking Up Is Hard to Do,” “Calendar Girl,” and “Happy Birthday Sweet Sixteen.” His melodic voice…