Retired Broadway veteran, Ronald Dennis has been reported dead. According to reports, he died after a prolonged illness. He died while surrounded by his family and friends. However, there is little to no information about his family.

“We would like to thank the many doctors and nurses who have cared for him over the years. But especially the entire staff at Canyon Trails Assisted Living ad Memory Care in Canoga Park, CA, who have given him such personal care over the past year,” a statement from his family read.

Ronald Dennis sickness

What was Ronald Dennis’ sickness? What sickness was Ronald Dennis diagnosed of? Ronald Dennis was diagnosed with HIV in 1984 and has since been an advocate for AIDS awareness. It is believed that he died from the sickness.

Marvin Hamlisch, who composed the music for A Chorus Line shared on social media also posted on Twitter;

“We are saddened to hear about the passing of Ronald Dennis, the original Ritchie in A Chorus Line. We’ll be high kicking and belting “Gimme That Ball” today in his honor.”