Robert B. Sherman

Biography

Robert Bernard Sherman (December 19, 1925 – March 6, 2012) was an American songwriter, best known for his work in musical films with his brother, Richard M. Sherman. The Sherman brothers produced more motion picture song scores than any other songwriting team in film history. Some of their songs were incorporated into live action and animation musical films including Mary Poppins, The Happiest Millionaire, The Jungle Book, The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, The Slipper and the Rose, and Charlotte's Web. Their best-known work is "It's a Small World (After All)" possibly the most-performed song (in public) in history.

Known For

Great Performances

1971•TV Series•

6.1

The Oscars

1953•TV Series•

7.0

Mary Poppins

1964•Movie•

7.5

Beverly Hills Cop III

1994•Movie•

5.9

The Boys: The Sherman Brothers' Story

2009•Movie•

7.3

Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious: The Making of 'Mary Poppins'

2004•Movie•

8.0

Music Magic: The Sherman Brothers - Bedknobs and Broomsticks

2001•Movie•

10.0

Cubby Broccoli: The Man Behind Bond

2000•Movie•

6.5

Filmography