Howard Ashman
Howard Ashman · Arts & Literature
American lyricist known for The Little Mermaid and Beauty and the Beast.
1950, Baltimore, Maryland, United States — 1991, New York City, United States
United States
Howard Ashman is recognized among Jewish contributors to Arts & Literature — American lyricist known for The Little Mermaid and Beauty and the Beast.
Ashman was an American lyricist and playwright who, with composer Alan Menken, wrote the songs that powered the Disney animation renaissance, including 'The Little Mermaid,' 'Beauty and the Beast' and 'Aladdin.' Born into a Jewish family in Baltimore, he won two Academy Awards for Best Original Song and died of AIDS-related illness in 1991; 'Beauty and the Beast' is dedicated to his memory. His lyrics remain among the most beloved in modern film musicals.
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American lyricist known for The Little Mermaid and Beauty and the Beast.
Source: IMDb (Jewish Actors list)
