Henry Mancini (1924-1994) was an iconic American composer, conductor, and arranger, best known for his timeless film scores and popular music. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Mancini's career took off in the 1950s and 1960s with classics like "Moon River" from Breakfast at Tiffany's and the Pink Panther theme. He won 4 Academy Awards, 20 Grammy Awards, and created over 500 film scores. Mancini's innovative fusion of jazz and classical music continues to inspire musicians and audiences worldwide.