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Duncan Sheik's Legacy: From Pop Stardom to Broadway's Spotlight

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  • #Popculture
  • #Artsandentertainment

Duncan Sheik, best known for the hit 'Barely Breathing,' has died at 56. His journey from pop fame to Broadway success reveals a career defined by artistic evolution and resilience.

By Daniel Carter, Senior Business Correspondent

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