DISNEY LEGEND PASSES AWAY AT 95: A LOOK BACK AT A REMARKABLE LIFE
Richard M. Sherman, the renowned songwriter known for his contributions to iconic films such as “Mary Poppins,” passed away at the age of 95 on Saturday due to an age-related illness at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, as announced by Disney.
A funeral has been scheduled for Friday, May 31, at Hillside Memorial Park Cemetery in Culver City, California. Richard is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Gluck, whom he married in 1957. Together they had two children, Gregory and Victoria, and he also had a daughter, Lynda, from a previous marriage to Corrine Newman.
Throughout his distinguished career, Sherman received numerous awards, including two Oscars and three Grammy Awards. His collaborative work with his brother Robert has left an enduring impact on the entertainment industry.
Watch the video below for a tribute to his remarkable life and career:
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