Richard M. Sherman, the prolific composer-lyricist who with his late brother Robert penned some of Disney’s most popular songs, including “Chim Chim Cher-ee” and “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious” from the 1964 classic “Mary Poppins,” died Saturday at the age of 95, the Burbank-based entertainment giant announced. “Richard Sherman was the embodiment of what it means to be a Disney Legend, creating along with his brother Robert the beloved classics that have become a cherished part of the soundtrack of our lives,” Bob Iger, CEO of The Walt Disney Company, said in a statement Saturday.
“From films like ‘Mary Poppins’ and ‘The Jungle Book’ to attractions like It’s a Small World, the music of the Sherman Brothers has captured the hearts of generations of audiences. We are forever grateful for the mark Richard left on the world, and we extend our deepest condolences to his family.” HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA – APRIL 04: Composer Richard Sherman attends The World Premiere of Disney’s “THE JUNGLE BOOK” at the El Capitan Theatre on April 4, 2016 in Hollywood, California.
(Photo by Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images for Disney) BEVERLY HILLS, CA – OCTOBER 01: President of Pixar Animation Studios & Disney Animation Studios, Ed Catmull, composer Richard Sherman and CEO of Pixar Animation Studios, Disney Animation Studios & Disney Toon Studios, John Lasseter attend The Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences Celebrates The 20th Annivesary of “Toy.
