Henry Mancini was an American composer, conductor, and arranger whose sophisticated blend of jazz, classical, and popular styles helped define mid‑20th‑century film and television music. Renowned for timeless themes such as *The Pink Panther* and *Moon River* from *Breakfast at Tiffany’s*, Mancini earned four Academy Awards and 20 Grammy Awards. His impeccable melodic sense and inventive orchestrations made him one of the most influential figures in cinematic music, bridging the gap between Hollywood elegance and modern jazz-inspired sound.