What happened to Ashford of Ashford and Simpson?

What happened to Ashford of Ashford and Simpson?

He was 70. Ashford, who along with wife Valerie Simpson wrote some of Motown’s biggest hits, died in a New York City hospital, said publicist and longtime friend Liz Rosenberg. He had throat cancer.

Are Ashford and Simpson married?

Valerie Simpsonm. 1974–2011
Nickolas Ashford/Spouse

Are Ashford and Simpson still living?

Deceased (1941–2011)
Nickolas Ashford/Living or Deceased

What happened to Nicholas Ashford?

Mr. Ashford, 70, died Aug. 22 in New York City of throat cancer, his publicist told the Associated Press. He and his future wife began writing together in 1964 and found success early when a throwaway party tune, “Let’s Go Get Stoned,” (written with a third partner) rose to No.

What killed Nick Ashford?

August 22, 2011
Nickolas Ashford/Date of death

What is Ashford and Simpson net worth?

Nick Ashford net worth: Nick Ashford was an American R&B singer and songwriter who had a net worth of $6 million. Nick Ashford was born in Fairfield, South Carolina in May 1941 and passed away in August 2011. He was best known for forming the musical partnership Ashford & Simpson with his wife Valerie Simpson.

How old is Nicholas Ashford?

70 years (1941–2011)
Nickolas Ashford/Age at death
He was 70 and lived in Manhattan. Mr. Ashford had throat cancer and was undergoing treatment at a New York hospital, but the cause of his death was not immediately reported. His death was announced by the music publicist Liz Rosenberg.

How tall was Nick Ashford?

Nick Ashford (Nickolas Ashford) was born on 4 May, 1941 in Fairfield, South Carolina, USA, is a soundtrack,composer,actor. At 70 years old, Nick Ashford height is 6 ft 2 in (188.0 cm).

Did Nick Ashford smoke cigarettes?

During this time,I noted Nick’s voice became hoarse. With his history of smoking,I recommended he get this checked out when he got back to NY. He did. He died from smoking induced throat cancer.