The Sound of Music

Rosmarie von Trapp (1929–2022), daughter from “The Sound of Music” family  

Rosmarie von Trapp was a daughter of Georg and Maria von Trapp of the Trapp Family Singers whose story was told in the movie “The Sound of Music.”

Rebecca Luker (1961–2020), Broadway star

Rebecca Luker was a Tony-nominated Broadway star known for her roles in productions including the 1994 revival of “Showboat” and the 2000 revival of “The Music Man.”

Heather Menzies-Urich (1949–2017), played Louisa von Trapp in "The Sound of Music"

She also starred as Jessica 6 on TV’s “Logan's Run.”

Charmian Carr (1942 - 2016), The Sound of Music actress

Charmian Carr, an actress known best for playing the eldest daughter in “The Sound of Music” movie, died Sept. 17, 2016, according to multiple news sources. She was 73.

Marni Nixon (1930 - 2016), ghost singer for Audrey Hepburn, Marilyn Monroe

Marni Nixon, a singer who ghost sang for leading actresses in films including "The King and I" and "West Side Story," died July 24, 2016, according to multiple news sources. She was 86. The cause was breast cancer, according to Randy Banner, a friend of Nixon. Nixon, who was born Margaret Nixon McEathron Feb. 22, 1930, in Altadena, California, also acted in films and on TV and Broadway. Her film credits include "The Sound of Music" and "I Think I Do." She also appeared on TV's "Law and Order."

The Real Maria von Trapp

On the 24th anniversary of her death, here are 24 facts – some familiar, some a bit surprising – about Maria von Trapp.

Robert Wise, The Anti-Auteur

Robert Wise is one of America’s most underappreciated filmmakers. We take a look back at his eclectic body of work.