Adrian Bailey, a veteran of Broadway with a career spanning three decades and 15 productions, has passed away at the age of 67. The news of his death was confirmed by his obituary on Broadway World. The cause of his death has not been disclosed.
Adrian Bailey was widely acclaimed for his performances on stage. Tributes poured in from fellow artists, including writer and producer Patrick L. Riley, who posted a heartfelt tribute on Instagram. Born in Detroit, Michigan, Bailey made his Broadway debut in 1976 and gained recognition for his singing and dancing abilities.
Bailey’s notable roles included appearances in “Sophisticated Ladies” (1982), “N.Y.P.D. Mounted” (1991), and “The Kings of Brooklyn” (2004). He also had the privilege of being part of original productions such as “Hot Feet” (2006), “La Cage aux Folles” (2004), “Dreamgirls” (2001), and “Prince of Central Park” (1989).
In 2008, tragedy struck when Bailey suffered severe injuries from an accidental fall through a trap door during a performance of “The Little Mermaid.” This incident brought an abrupt end to his acting career as he underwent multiple surgeries to recover from fractured wrists and ribs, a broken back, shattered pelvis, fractured sternum and foot.
Bailey filed a lawsuit against Disney at the time, stating that preventive measures could have been taken to avoid the accident. Speaking about the impact it had on him personally, he expressed hope for full recovery someday.
Fellow actress Lucie Arnaz Luckinbill shared her condolences on social media after hearing about Bailey’s passing. She described him as a gentle giant with immense talent and compassion.
Adrian Bailey’s resilience following the life-altering accident allowed him to survive longer than expected. His contributions to Broadway will be remembered by all who adored him.
