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Richard M. Sherman, Acclaimed Songwriter Behind ‘Mary Poppins,’ Dies at 95

R.I.P.

Richard Sherman and his brother Robert penned the iconic music for ‘Mary Poppins’ and dozens of other Disney hits.

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Richard M. Sherman arrives to the World Premiere Of Disney's "Mary Poppins Returns" held at The Dolby Theatre on November 29, 2018 in Los Angeles, California.
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