John Barry

John Barry is a five-time Oscar winner and the composer behind eleven James Bond soundtracks, making him one of cinema's most beloved composers.

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Profession :

Composer | Music Department | Soundtrack

Birthday :

November 3, 1933

Death Date:

January 31, 2011

Age :

77

John Barry was a renowned British composer and conductor, primarily recognized for his contributions to the James Bond film series. He created iconic scores for 11 Bond films, such as Goldfinger, Thunderball, and You Only Live Twice. Besides his work on the Bond series, Barry also composed music for other notable films like Dances with Wolves and Out of Africa, earning him five Academy Awards. His exceptional talent in film scoring made him a highly respected figure in the industry, inspiring many subsequent composers. Apart from his film career, Barry was also a part-time beekeeper and composed a symphony called “The Bees,” which depicted the movement and behavior of these insects.