Clive Davis, who launched careers of Whitney Houston, Patti Smith and Bruce Springsteen, dies aged 94 (opens original article in a new tab)

Clive Davis, a influential music executive known for discovering and mentoring artists such as Whitney Houston and Bruce Springsteen, has died at the age of 94.

• Clive Davis, music mogul who launched careers of artists like Whitney Houston and Bruce Springsteen, died at 94.
• Davis was hospitalized in May for an upper respiratory issue and had been diagnosed with Bell's palsy in 2021.
• Tributes from artists including Bruce Springsteen and Patti Smith highlighted his impact on music and personal mentorship.