Disney songwriting legend Richard Sherman dies at 95

The musician wrote some of the most beloved songs in Hollywood history, including music from "Mary Poppins" and the iconic "It’s a Small World."
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[@HikariLight121]

Lets all be honest here: We are ALL crying.

[@yvonnecooper5004]

Makes a person pause and say what will my legacy be?😢❤.

[@rafaelarcas942]

Sighs 😞 .😢There goes another Disney legend.

[@CartoonFinder]

The legacy of him and his brother will never be forgotten... Thanks for making my childhood so magical, Richard....

[@collgoff]

Even in 1000 years the covers will be never forgotten. Not only change in the music of Disney turn off the music and history of Hollywood .

[@Craze961]

At least he's with his brother again ❤️

[@tesswarner5334]

He’s with Walt too!

[@maggiemccauslin1084]

and his parents too! (even though they passed in the 70s)

[@Musical_Theater_fan]

RIP to Richard Sherman. He wrote some of the most iconic songs of my childhood and may he rest now 😢❤

[@AlexDisney23]

He's forever the true Disney legend. This was a huge loss for the entire Disney Company . This man brought happiness to billions around the world. May his memory be a blessing. I speak on behalf of all Disney fans across the globe, and he will be missed. Thank you, and RIP. And now, a moment of silence in respect and mourn the passing of Richard Sherman. (1928-2024) 😢😢😢😢

[@dylansantos6361]

Rest in Peace to a true Disney legend. Thank you and your brother for making songs for my childhood.

[@this-is-alliecat]

Richard is finally with his family and Walt. May his memory be a blessing ♡♡♡♡

[@jusjetz]

Rest in peace Richard Sherman, your reunited with your brother Robert, until we meet again.

[@lewisedmundscomposer]

An absolute legend! RIP Mr Sherman! ❤🙌

[@adamsteinhart1504]

R.I.P Sherman brothers, you're finally back together again

[@imsleepingbeauty]

Thank you for your music Richard. Your legacy will live on forever. RIP Legend! ❤🕊

[@williamdonovan-pg4yx]

We’re going to miss him thank you for making our childhood special🙏💝😢

[@andreapatane4204]

R.I.P. Richard Sherman, we'll miss you and your brilliant yet creative songwriting forever. You definitely deserve to reunite with your dad, Al Sherman and your older brother, Robert Sherman in heaven for as long you as you like. 😭🎼🎶🎹

[@karasuthedreamer6353]

Rest in Power, Richard Sherman. I’ll always love your music. ❤

[@rhyancoleman6462]

Don't forget he played Feed The Birds in the short Once Upon A Studio.

[@isaacanimalogo-4548]

That's when I got to know more about him and now I'm crying again!

[@TheImaginator972]

It was so heartwarming from that moment with Richard and Robert Sherman really know Feed The Birds means alot to Walt Disney. 🙏🏼💐

[@elephantbluepeter]

Rest in Peace Richard M. Sherman. You and Robert wrote some of the greatest songs of all time with "Mary Poppins" and alongside Kenny Loggins with "Your Heart Will Lead You Home", one of my favorite and absolutely underrated Disney songs of all time!

[@1991autumn]

My favorite songs were from marry poppins my mom got me into the movie when I was a little girl back 30 years ago

[@BeMoreFunny]

On July 17th, 2015, the date of Disneyland's exact 60th anniversary, I was lucky enough to be invited by my friend to have a drink with legendary Imagineer, Tony Baxter, inside the Carthay Circle restaurant. As if this opportunity wasn't incredible enough, shortly into our conversation about films and attractions, Tony said, "I have a friend who's on his way to join us." 10 minutes later, in walked Richard Sherman. I couldn't believe it. He sat with us and spoke about Walt, working on Mary Poppins, and his favorite songs. I don't know what I did to deserve such an amazing experience, but it's the most magical moment I've had in a lifetime full of experiencing Disney magic. I didn't want to do anything to spoil the peaceful and intimate moment, so I didn't ask for or take any pictures. All I have is my memories, but I know they'll last until the end -- just like the legacies of Robert and Richard Sherman. Rest in peace

[@MrGabeanator]

RIP Robert and Richard tell Walt I said hi

[@JaylenPotts-zs2qw]

So sorry to hear about this. He was very special and talented.

[@AGPfan]

A true legend. He and his brother penned some of the most iconic songs that I grew up on. RIP Richard Sherman😢😢🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻❤❤

[@TanyaOsterman-hw9wv]

Thank you for the music!

[@Littlescienceguy]

Incredible life well lived! Rest well Mr. Sherman.

[@a.e.7988]

We don't have any talent like the Sherman brothers today. You will be sorely missed.💔

[@PaulTesta]

The Sherman Brothers even teamed up w/ Hanna-Barbera on the animated classic "Charlotte's Web" (1973). R.I.P.

[@wonderrob3225]

And also "Snoopy come home"

[@PaulTesta]

@@wonderrob3225 Didn't realize that! Thanks... Will need to check it out. Can't even remember if I've ever seen "Snoopy Come Home."

[@wonderrob3225]

@@PaulTesta There's a lovely sad song on "Spoopy come home" called "Do You Remember Me? Lila's Theme." It's one of my favorites. I've loved "Charlotte's web since childhood

[@TheImaginator972]

Charlotte's Web and Snoopy Come Home truly have wonderful songs by The Sherman Brothers. 💐

[@PaulTesta]

@wonderrob3225 My 2nd grade class read "Charlotte's Web" together; and then later that school year, my 2nd grade class took a field trip to go see the movie "Charlotte's Web" during its initial run at Radio City Music Hall in NYC. Great memories...simpler times...

[@nathanblevins158]

What a great man. The Sherman brothers and Walt made many children smiled and I bet Walt was waiting for him.

[@DougHammer]

The Sherman brothers were a huge part of my early music education and childhood.

[@thiagoteixeira6537]

RIP Richard Sherman, I'm glad you lived a full life (95 years)! At least, you're reunited with your brother Robert now!

[@PrinceMarc22]

RIP Richard Sherman.😢 The combined talents of you and your brother, the late and great Robert Sherman are one of the many reasons why my childhood was so magical. Thank you for continuing Walt Disney's legacy with your gift of music and inspiring my generation and many generations to come.🎶🎶

[@HisDishonorTheMayor]

He had a long life. A fruitful life, an adventurous life, a whole lot of joy, love, and fun in his life, I’m sure. He and his brother’s work influenced so many people across generations.

[@voiceactordavid]

Feed the Birds

[@collgoff]

Those two brothers really truly make history. If the Sherman brothers get their own statue, it was probably say to the two brothers to make the music in our lives .

[@a.e.7988]

You brought so much joy, to us all. RIP sweet man!

[@flwrgrl13]

Gotta go, but thanks. On with the show. At least him and his brother are reunited together playing their songs in heaven for Walt❤

[@keithss67]

Certainly the soundtrack of my childhood. RIP ❤

[@brownbunny2008]

Thank you for the music, Mr. Sherman… may you rest easy… 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@PaperMario64]

RIP. Thank you for teaching us empathy and kindness through music.

[@marikesl]

Even though he lived to such a grand old age, this is still SO SAD!!!😢 Thank you ever so much to you, Richard and Bob, for making my childhood magical!!! Your music is immortal!!!❤❤ May you both rest in peace!🙏

[@thecalamitysanta6927]

damn this one hurts... R.I.P LEGEND, thanks for making our childhoods magical...❤

[@AMDbAmber-Mad-Database]

I needed to hear this anyway!

[@karinalagarche6480]

Thank you Mister Sherman ...................

[@smith9808]

Absolute legend indeed. Condolences to his family from 🇬🇧

[@marcellalafond2157]

Incredible legacy. What a gift he gave thru the years ❤ the sound of music.❤

[@abril417]

He lived a long productive life. His music will always be fondly remembered.

[@jamescampion7880]

So nice to see a young reporter giving tribute to a true icon. Well done Trevor.

[@JoslinMartin-ri8vt]

R.i.p

[@mr.fredrickson7064]

GOD rest his soul, rest in peace. They Sherman brothers were true Disney Legandsand their music will NEVER be FORGOTTEN. Their music will live on forever in our hearts.

[@TheGoodC.ParksandMore]

Wow, they didn’t even mention his work on “it’s a small world”, The Carousel of Progress, or the many other Disney attractions they wrote songs for.

[@dennman6]

There was an excerpt from the Disney program in this news report showing the Sherman Brothers at the piano with Walt Disney and they were singing the Carousel of Progress

[@Wickedsmaart]

RIP Richard Sherman! You are the reason I enjoy some of my favorite Disney movies and rides. Tiki Tiki Room and Feed the Birds are two of my favorite songs that you and your brother wrote, and I thank you for the memories that come along with these songs.

[@kyeallen3416]

Rest in peace, Richard, you bring so much joy and happiness to others and God made your wish. Come true by bringing you to heaven. Reuniting you with your brother, you and Robert both truly deserve it.

[@belair344]

RIP He Legendary man

[@KaiserInGilroy2K]

Another face of the golden age of Disney has left us. So long, sir.

[@bacistillman348]

Look at the bright side guys at least the Sherman Brothers will be together in the pearly gates playing music

[@maxhubmann1696]

Rest in Peace Richard M. Sherman

[@Shamsithaca]

What a delightful, thank you for making my childhood filled with music. Lets go Fly Kite.

[@tesswarner5334]

I am heartbroken! 😢😢

[@IAM4ever]

God bless you sir. Thank you for all the great songs and memories. R.I.P.

[@DaveFisher-cq2dr]

"you cannot forget a Sherman brothers' song for your entire life" - John Lasseter

[@TwinkleSparkssss]

He has joined his brother and old friend in afterlife. May he rest in peace 🙏

[@aaronmann986]

I think we are just down to the Mary Poppins cast who are still alive that interacted/ worked with Walt Disney.

[@user-tt9ow7yc9e]

Brothers together again at last.

[@jaysonrogoz8822]

Thank You and I will miss you Richard Sherman🧸❤️🕊️

[@liberte5847]

Merci beaucoup from Paris France 👍

[@fallonparks1883]

Rest in peace he will be missed for ever loved

[@ianlyons7689]

The Walt Disney Company is celebrating the life of Richard Sherman this week

[@svetlanamodel7546]

Why nobody names "The sword on the stone"? Sherman brothers created that soundtrack movie too. "Prestidigitorium" ! Rest in peace, mister, beloved memory.

[@user-om2uo1ys9t]

Beautiful.

[@DaveFisher-cq2dr]

2:45 there's Dick Van Dyke and Karen Dotrice (Jane Banks)

[@pauljakeman]

RIP Richard!

[@sues9809]

R.I.P.

[@luisx.garcia2826]

Wow I may have just heard his last song in Mushka

[@kirstencarlsen8136]

🕊

[@Lissa102]

❤❤

[@Davebee]

They say the good die young.

[@iDontShareMyData]

I do not think is it wrong to say Disney owes 60% of it's success of it's "Silver Age" to the Sherman brothers.

[@rtlthemusician5598]

Disney music and Seattle Seahawks legend, RIP Dick Sherman

[@shrehas]

God rest is soul

[@small5th]

I’m surprised they didn’t mention how many contributions he did to theme park music also including “It’s a Small World.”

[@jasonstella74]

Many themes for Disney Parks as well….

[@Brysonaquatics]

He’s probably the second most famous Richard Sherman!

[@jandreid2023]

Worldwide he's the most famous and only known Richard Sherman.

[@Brysonaquatics]

@@jandreid2023 never heard of him? What’s a song he’s written?

[@Brysonaquatics]

@@jandreid2023 how many subscribers on instagram does he have?

[@jandreid2023]

@@Brysonaquatics Plenty. Many, many songs that he has written along with his brother, Robert Sherman. Just write 'Sherman Brothers Songbook' in the search bar.

[@jandreid2023]

Plenty. Many, many songs he's written along with his brother Robert Sherman. Just type 'Sherman Brothers songbook' on the search bar.

[@dwho19951]

Or otherwise at 96!!

[@salvatorecangialosi3264]

RlP

[@chrisobrien6254]

Mary Poppins The Sword in the stone The Parent Trap Winnie the Pooh Jungle Book Aristocats Bed Knobs and Broomsticks Charlotte’s web The Tigger Movie

[@pop-culturecinephile8144]

Doing nothing was the rightful him

[@sxymike12]

Now that he’s gone the company may as well die with him

[@jjj1951]

Life not good for you?

[@annien.1727]

😠That's asinine. Richard may be gone, but the Disney Company will NEVER die! Not while there's still a chance for it to change for the better. I'm fighting for that chance. I'm not going to stop until the woke agenda is gone for good and Disney is reformed.

[@cealdi1516]

Also proof Walt wasn't antisemitic like idiots love to claim. According to the Sherman bros, he was like a father to them.

[@RobertJohnson-hp4gz]

We didn’t come here for the Hamilton dude who made history in Disney for the WORST villain song ever written for the company.

[@suzetteKm]

Keep a convicted felony out of the White House 🇺🇸💯

[@EamonKelly]

Wrong video.