RIP ‘Annie’ and ‘It’s a Bird … It’s a Plane … It’s Superman’ composer Charles Strouse

Charles Strouse, composer of 'Bye Bye Birdie' and 'Annie,' dies at 96

His opening theme for the groundbreaking sitcom "All in the Family" also became part of the American musical canon.

By Elise Viebeck

May 15, 2025

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