William Finn, the celebrated composer and writer behind ‘Falsettos’ and ‘The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee,’ passed away at 73 due to pulmonary fibrosis. Finn’s autobiographical musicals, particularly ‘Falsettos,’ earned him Tony Awards for their groundbreaking exploration of love, sexuality, and the AIDS crisis. He leaves behind a legacy of complex lyrics, psychological depth, and his partner, Arthur Salvatore.