His wife, Amy Carmen, posted the news on the singers website.
He apparently died in his sleep during the weekend, but no other details were given.
Our sweet, loving and talented Eric passed away in his sleep, over the weekend.
like respect the familys privacy as we mourn our enormous loss.
Love Is All That Matters… Carmen was born on August 11, 1949, in the Cleveland suburbs.
5 on the Billboard Hot 100 and in Canada.
2 pop single All by Myself and follow-up hit Never Gonna Fall in Love Again.
His talents were world renowned and his legacy as a songwriter is known throughout the industry.
His songs were done by everyone from Celine Dion to Hank Williams Jr.
He will be missed.
Survivors include his wife.
No memorial plans have been announced.
