Renowned Disney songwriter, Richard M. Sherman, has passed away at the age of 95 after battling an age-related illness. The nine-time Oscar winner breathed his last at Cedars-Sinai Medical Centre in Beverly Hills on Saturday.
Sherman, along with his brother Robert B. Sherman, is best known for iconic Disney hits like “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious,” “A Spoonful of Sugar,” and “Feed the Birds” from the classic film Mary Poppins. The duo also composed timeless tunes such as “Chim Chim Cher-ee” from Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and the globally recognized song “It’s a Small World (After All).”
Together, the Sherman Brothers have left an indelible mark on the music industry, earning nine Oscars, two Grammy Awards, and producing 23 gold and platinum albums. Their extensive body of work includes popular films like Winnie the Pooh, Charlotte’s Web, and The Magic of Lassie.
In recognition of their contributions to music and entertainment, the brothers were awarded the National Medal of Arts at the White House by President George W. Bush in 2008. Their legacy was further celebrated with the release of the documentary “The Boys: The Sherman Brothers’ Story” in 2009.
Having written over 150 songs for Disney, the Sherman Brothers’ music continues to captivate audiences of all ages. Richard Sherman is survived by his wife, Elizabeth, and their two children, Gregory and Victoria, as well as a daughter, Lynda, from a previous marriage. While a private funeral is scheduled for Friday, Disney plans to announce a celebration of life service in the future.
The passing of Richard Sherman marks the end of an era in Disney songwriting, leaving a lasting impact on the hearts of music lovers around the world.
