Lalo Schifrin

Awarded an honorary doctorate for his contributions to music.

Recognized for his lifetime contributions to film and television music.

Honored with a star for his contributions to the entertainment industry.

Composed the score for the action-comedy film 'Rush Hour'.

Composed the score for the film 'Tango'.

Nominated for Outstanding Music Composition for a Miniseries or a Special.

Won a Grammy for Best Instrumental Composition for 'Mission: Impossible'.

Composed the score for the film 'Money Talks'.

Nominated for Best Original Score for the film 'The Fox'.

Composed the score for the iconic Steve McQueen film 'Bullitt'.

Wrote the iconic theme music for the 'Mission: Impossible' TV series.

Moved to the United States and began working as a composer and arranger.

Studied classical music at the Paris Conservatoire.

Started his musical career by leading his own big band in Argentina.

Born Boris Claudio Schifrin in Buenos Aires, Argentina.