Bob Merrill

Henry Robert Merrill Levan (May 17, 1921 – February 17, 1998) was an American songwriter, theatrical composer, lyricist, and screenwriter. He was one of the most successful songwriters of the 1950s on the US and UK single charts. He wrote musicals for the Broadway stage, including Carnival! (music and lyrics) and Funny Girl (lyrics).

For the American professional wrestler, see Bob Merrill (wrestler). For the opera singer, see Robert Merrill.
Bob Merrill
Birth nameBob Merrill
Born(1921-05-17)May 17, 1921
Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States
DiedFebruary 17, 1998(1998-02-17) (aged 76)
Culver City, California, U.S.
Occupation(s)
  • Songwriter
  • theatrical composer
  • lyricist
  • screenwriter
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