A memorial service was held for him at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre in New York City on August 23 , 2012 .
On July 31 , 2012 Vidal died of pneumonia at his home in the Hollywood Hills at the age of 86 .
A memorial service was held for Vidal at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre in New York City on August 23 , 2012 .
On July 31 , 2012 Vidal died of pneumonia at his home in the Hollywood Hills at the age of 86 .