Former CBS News Producer Chronicles the Genius of Madeline Kahn

William V. Madison has crafted an intimate, authorized biography.

At Monday’s 14th annual “Stand Up for Madeline” event hosted by the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund at Caroline’s on Broadway, author William V. Madison was in attendance with his new book and some family members. His tome Madeline Kahn: Being the Music, A Life is the first authorized biography of the actress and Broadway performer.

On a recent episode of NPR Milwaukee’s Lake Effect, Madison explained the circumstances of taking over the book project from someone who was unable to complete the work:

“I also have a background in classical music,” he said.

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