The man behind one of cinema's most iconic theme tunes has died, his family has confirmed. Monty Norman, who composed the James Bond theme, has passed away at the age of 94.
A statement on his official website said he had died after "a short illness". The message said: "It is with sadness we share the news that Monty Norman died on July 11, 2022 after a short illness."
The award-winning musician was born Monty Noserovitch in Stepney, east London, to Jewish parents and was evacuated from London during the early days of the Blitz. At the age of 16, his mother bought him a guitar, where he first realised his passion for music.
