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Barry Manilow, Patti Smith, Carlos Santana and more mourn the death of Clive Davis
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· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details on Davis' life and legacy are available from KPRC 2, including reactions from Barry Manilow, Patti Smith, and Carlos Santana, who remembered Davis as a visionary and noted his unique approach to the music business.
Music industry legend Clive Davis has passed away, prompting an outpouring of grief from notable artists. Davis was a key figure in the industry, credited with launching or revitalizing the careers of numerous musicians. His impact was felt by a wide range of artists, from Whitney Houston to Carlos Santana.
Further details on Davis' life and legacy are available from KPRC 2, including reactions from Barry Manilow, Patti Smith, and Carlos Santana, who remembered Davis as a visionary and noted his unique approach to the music business.
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Category: business Published: June 22, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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