Aaron Latham, a prominent American journalist and writer, has passed away at the age of 77. Known for his contributions to journalism and literature, Latham was admired for his insightful writing and distinctive style. He was widely recognized for his work in the field of feature journalism and boasted an impressive career which included writing for prominent publications such as The New York Times and Rolling Stone. Latham will be remembered for his significant impact on the industry and his contributions to storytelling. His passing marks the end of a remarkable career that left a lasting legacy..
Aaron Latham, Leslie Stahl’s husband, died on July 23 at the age of 78. At the time of his death, he was a patient at Bryn Mawr Hospital in Pennsylvania. Aaron was diagnosed with Parkinson’s illness in 2020, and he also got Covid-19. Leslie told a news station that she and Aaron both acquired the illness at the same time. Leslie also mentioned that she had to go to the hospital after contracting pneumonia and that she recovered quickly. Concerning her spouse, she said that the virus exacerbated the severity of his Parkinson’s disease.
All About Aaron Latham
Aaron Latham was a well-known novelist, screenwriter, and journalist. He wrote for Rolling Stone, Esquire, Talk, and The New York Times, among others. Latham was born on October 3, 1943, in Spur, Dickens County, West Texas, near Lubbock, to Cecil Clyde Latham and Annie Launa Cozby. He attended Catalina High School in Tucson, Arizona, before enrolling at Princeton University in New Jersey.
Aaron worked as a writer for The Washington Post and wrote on the Watergate affair for New York magazine. Latham’s piece inspired the film Urban Cowboy, which he co-wrote with director James Bridges. In 2003, he also co-wrote the book for the Broadway musical adaptation. Latham’s net worth was reported to be approximately $3 million, with a $1.8 million salary as a writer. Detailed information about his professional career is presently missing. Latham rose to prominence as Leslie Stahl’s spouse. Stahl once told People that they were both reporting on the Watergate incident in 1972 and remarked,
“He phoned me out of nowhere. I believe I slammed the phone on him. We kept track of the hearings and trials. When Nixon eventually resigned, we looked at one other and asked, ‘What are we going to talk about now?’”
The couple discussed their initial encounter in 1977, claiming that Latham saw Stahl on the TV and they met in person. Latham said that he switched on the television to see what Stahl looked like and felt she was stunning.
When asked about their first date, Latham said he didn’t have to worry about whether or not he could communicate since he didn’t have the opportunity. They married in 1977 and had a daughter, Taylor Stahl Latham.
Twitter users pay tribute
For his immaculate work as a journalist, Aaron Latham became a household name. When news of his death broke, fans shared their sorrow on Twitter. Latham was laid to rest at Spur, Texas, his hometown. His wife Leslie Stahl and daughter Taylor Stahl Latham survive him.
Rest in Peace Journalist Aaron Latham
Lesley Stahl & husband Aaron Latham
attending the Broadway Opening Night Performance of ‘GHOST’ a the Lunt-Fontanne Theater on 4/23/2012 in New York City.
Photograph by: © Walter McBride Photography pic.twitter.com/CcghANUA3Y
— Walter McBride (@wmcbridephoto) July 25, 2022
“The Ballad of the Urban Cowboy” is my idea of a perfect magazine story, with its reporting and big ideas and its ability to capture an awesomely Texan moment in time. Aaron Latham was an absolute stud. https://t.co/PC5Jx1Pjtl
— Bryan Curtis (@bryancurtis) July 25, 2022
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Aaron Latham, Leslie Stahl’s husband, passed away at the age of 78 after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and contracting COVID-19. Leslie also battled pneumonia but recovered. The virus worsened Aaron’s Parkinson’s condition. Aaron was a well-known novelist, screenwriter, and journalist, known for his work with Rolling Stone and New York Magazine. He co-wrote the screenplay for the film Urban Cowboy and the book for the Broadway musical adaptation. Aaron was laid to rest in his hometown of Spur, Texas, and is survived by Leslie Stahl and their daughter Taylor Stahl Latham. Fans paid tribute to him on Twitter.
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