Richard M. Sherman, known for composing songs for classic films such as “Mary Poppins,” passed away at the age of 95 on Saturday. The celebrated songwriter, who often collaborated with his brother Robert B. Sherman, died from an age-related illness at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, as confirmed by Disney.
A funeral is planned 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. They had two children together, Gregory and Victoria, and he also had a daughter, Lynda, from a previous marriage to Corrine Newman.
Throughout his distinguished career, Sherman earned numerous awards, including two Oscars and three Grammy Awards. His work, frequently in partnership with his brother Robert, made a lasting impact on the entertainment industry.
Richard also earned 3 Grammy Awards. In 2005, the Sherman brothers were inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and named Disney Legends in 1990.
Richard also contributed to stage musicals such as “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang,” “Mary Poppins,” “A Spoonful of Sherman,” and “Bedknobs and Broomsticks.” Their influence extended beyond film, including the song “You’re Sixteen,” originally sung by Johnny Burnette in 1960 and later covered by Ringo Starr in 1973.
