Frank Henry Loesser Typed Letter Signed Song Pet Me Poppa Guys and Dolls (Film) Rare Musical Memorabilia, 1955 Frank Henry Loesser June 29, 1910 Đ July 28, 1969 was an American songwriter who wrote the music and lyrics for theĘBroadwayĘmusicalsĘGuys and DollsĘandĘHow to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, among others. He won aĘTony AwardĘforĘGuys and DollsĘand shared theĘPulitzer Prize for DramaĘforĘHow to Succeed. He also wrote songs for over 60 Hollywood films andĘTin Pan Alley, many of which have become standards, and was nominated for fiveĘAcademy Awards for best song, winning once for “Baby, It’s Cold Outside”.