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Howard Ashman
Howard Ashman was born on May 17, 1950. Howard Ashman died on March 14, 1991 at the age of 40.
- Born
- May 17, 1950
- Place of birth
- Baltimore, Maryland, USA
- Died
- March 14, 1991 (40 years old)
Biography
Howard Elliott Ashman (May 17, 1950 – March 14, 1991) was an American playwright, lyricist, and stage director. He is most widely known for his work on feature films for Walt Disney Animation Studios, for which Ashman wrote the lyrics and Alan Menken composed the music. Ashman has been credited as being a main driving force behind the Disney Renaissance. His work included songs for Little Shop of Horrors, The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, and Aladdin. He died of AIDS complications in 1991.
Filmography
Frequently asked questions
When was Howard Ashman born?
Howard Ashman was born on May 17, 1950. (Baltimore, Maryland, USA)
How old is Howard Ashman?
Howard Ashman died on March 14, 1991 at the age of 40.
Updated: November 3, 2026 ·