Washington DC, May 16 -- Three-time Tony Award-winning composer and lyricist Charles Strouse, who was also known for his works like 'Annie' and 'Bye Bye Birdie', passed away on Thursday at the age of 96, reported Variety.

The news was confirmed by the New York Times by Jim Byk, a spokesman for the family, as stated by Variety.

According to the outlet, Strouse had written scores for over 30 musicals, 14 of which were on Broadway. His first Broadway musical was 'Bye Bye Birdie' which first opened in 1960. His work won him his first Tony Award.

It was "Annie" that brought Strouse his third Tony win. He teamed up with lyricist Martin Charnin and librettist Thomas Meehan.

The Broadway musical ran for 2,377 performances and yielded producti...