Lalo Schifrin (1932–2025) was an Argentine-American composer, pianist, and conductor renowned for his innovative fusion of jazz, Latin, and classical music. Born in Buenos Aires, he studied at the Conservatoire de Paris before collaborating with jazz legend Dizzy Gillespie in the early 1960s. Schifrin's prolific career includes over 100 film and television scores, most notably the iconic "Mission: Impossible" theme, as well as scores for "Bullitt," "Dirty Harry," and "Enter the Dragon." His distinctive style earned him six Academy Award nominations and five Grammy Awards. In 2018, he received an Honorary Academy Award for his influential contributions to film music. ([oscars.org](https://www.oscars.org/governors-awards/ceremonies/honoree-bio/2018/lalo-schifrin?utm_source=openai))