Francis Xavier Atencio dies; Disney animator who co-wrote 'Yo, Ho (A Pirate's Life for Me)' was 98

Los Angeles Times·Sep 11

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Francis Xavier Atencio, a Disney animator and imagineer, has died at the age of 98. He is known for co-writing the song "Yo, Ho (A Pirate's Life for Me)". Multiple outlets are reporting his death, remembering him as a legendary figure in the Disney community.

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Francis Xavier ‘X’ Atencio, Disney Animator and Imagineer, Dies at 98

The Hollywood Reporter·Sep 11

Disney Animator X Atencio, Who Co-Wrote ‘Yo, Ho (A Pirate’s Life for Me),’ Dead at 98

Billboard·Sep 12

Francis Xavier ‘X’ Atencio, Disney Animator and Imagineer, Passes Away at Age 98

wdwinfo.com·Sep 12

Remembering A Disney Legend – Francis Xavier ‘X’ Atencio

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