Howard Ashman | DISNEY THIS DAY | March 14, 1991

On this day in 1991, lyricist, playwright, stage director, and Disney Legend Howard Ashman sadly passed away from the complications of HIV/AIDS at 40 years old. Ashman is best known for propelling the Disney Renaissance with the song lyrics he wrote for ‘The Little Mermaid,’ ‘Beauty and the Beast,’ and ‘Aladdin.’ The legacy he and his writing partner Alan Menken left on these films is still powerful today. Don Hahn released the documentary ‘Howard’ about Ashman's life on Disney+ in 2020. [35 years ago in 2026] Don't miss Daps Magic's official weekly YouTube show Geeks Corner here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAF91C7183BAB676B Visit Daps Magic: https://DapsMagic.com Daps Magic HQ: https://DapsMagic.com/DapsHQ Daps Magic was created by a very special group of Disney Fans who had a dream for a place on the internet where people, young and old, could share their love of Walt Disney and his legacy in a safe and fun atmosphere.