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Disney documentary highlights Howard Ashman - the gay man behind some of their most iconic songs

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Now showing on Disney+, the new documentary, Howard, highlights Howard Ashman – the Oscar-winning genius behind some of Disney’s best loved songs from films such as The Little Mermaid, Aladdin and Beauty And The Beast.The emotional tribute follows the openly gay creative through his early life and inspirations before he worked with the Mouse House.

And it wasn’t just Disney – Howard Ashman was also behind the legendary Little Shop Of Horrors musical.In a heartbreaking turn of events, just as The Little Mermaid made its debut, Ashman was diagnosed with HIV/AIDS.

He would go on to win an Oscar for his part in creating the iconic ‘Under The Sea’.For a time, Ashman kept his health concerns a secret from his associates.

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