Richard M. Sherman
Sound•Born June 12, 1928•Died May 25, 2024 (age 95)•New York, New York
Biography
Richard Morton Sherman (June 12, 1928 - May 25, 2024) was an American songwriter. He worked in musical movies with his brother Robert B. Sherman. Some of the Sherman Brothers' best known songs were in live action and animated musical films including: "Mary Poppins," "The Jungle Book," "The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh," "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang," "Bedknobs and Broomsticks," "The Slipper and the Rose," and "Charlotte's Web." Their most well-known work is the theme park song "It's a Small World (After All)."
Known For
American Experience
1988•TV Series•
6.5
The Oscars
1953•TV Series•
7.0
Mary Poppins
1964•Movie•
7.5
Christopher Robin
2018•Movie•
7.3
Disney 100: A Century of Dreams – A Special Edition of 20/20
2023•Movie•
7.1
The Art of Imagination: A Tribute to Oz
2005•Movie•
5.3
The Boys: The Sherman Brothers' Story
2009•Movie•
7.3
Sound of Cinema: The Music That Made the Movies
2013•TV Series•
7.5
Filmography
1996
The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh: The Story Behind the Masterpiece
Movieas Self - Songwriter
Personal Info
DepartmentSound
BirthdayJune 12, 1928
Day of DeathMay 25, 2024
Place of BirthNew York, New York
Popularity0.4