Philip 'Phil' Charig (August 31, 1902 – July 21, 1960) was an influential American composer, lyricist, songwriter, and pianist known for his contributions to both Broadway and London's West End. Born in New York City, Charig began his musical career in the early 1920s as a pianist and composer with band leader Ben Bernie. He gained early experience as a rehearsal pianist for notable musicals such as George Gershwin's "Tell Me More" and "Tip-Toes" in 1925, and Jerome Kern's "Sunny" the same year.

Charig's first musical as a composer, "Yes, Yes, Yvette," premiered in Boston in 1927 before moving to Broadway, where it received favorable reviews. Throughout the late 1920s and 1930s, Charig composed several musicals, including "Just Fancy," "Polly," and "Stand Up and Sing." His work extended to London's West End, where productions like "That's a Good Girl" and "Stand Up and Sing" achieved success.

In addition to stage work, Charig composed for film and television. He was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Original Song for "Merrily We Live" from the 1938 film of the same name. His television work included writing songs for Jackie Gleason and composing regularly for "The Milton Berle Show."

Charig's most successful stage work was the musical "Follow the Girls" in 1944, which enjoyed a long run on Broadway. He continued to work in musical theater into the 1950s with shows like "Catch a Star!" He passed away in New York City on July 21, 1960, after a prolonged illness, leaving behind a legacy of diverse and influential musical compositions.