About
Daniel Robert "Danny" Elfman (born May 29, 1953 in Los Angeles, CA) is an American composer, best known as the lead singer and songwriter for the rock band Oingo Boingo, from 1976 to 1995 and later for scoring music for television and film and creating The Simpsons main title theme as well as the 1989 Batman movie theme. He has scored the majority of the films for his long-time friend Tim Burton. Born in Los Angeles, he entered the film industry in 1976, initially as an actor. Read more on Last.fm
Genres
- orchestral soundtrack
- soundtrack
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Danny Elfman's most famous piece?
- Danny Elfman's most famous piece is arguably the iconic theme for "The Simpsons."
- What films did Danny Elfman compose music for?
- Danny Elfman has composed music for a vast array of films, making him one of Hollywood's most prolific and recognizable film composers. He is best known for his long-standing collaboration with director Tim Burton, scoring movies such as "Batman"
- Is Danny Elfman a billionaire?
- Danny Elfman is not a billionaire. While he is a highly successful and influential composer with a career spanning over four decades, his net worth is estimated to be in the tens of millions rather than billions. Most reputable sources place his net worth around $50 million to $75 million. Elfman's wealth comes from a prolific career as a film composer, songwriter, and former frontman of the rock band Oingo Boingo. He has earned significant income from composing hit scores for blockbuster films, television shows (most notably "The Simpsons"
- Is Danny Elfman still married to Bridget Fonda?
- Yes, Danny Elfman is still married to Bridget Fonda. The couple tied the knot in November 2003, and their marriage has remained strong for over two decades. Elfman and Fonda, a well-known actress famous for films like "Single White Female"
- Why is Danny Elfman so famous?
- Danny Elfman is so famous because of his remarkable versatility and innovative contributions to music and film. Initially rising to fame as the frontman for the rock band Oingo Boingo, Elfman later transitioned to composing for films and television, where he developed a signature style blending whimsical, gothic, and cinematic elements. His longstanding collaboration with director Tim Burton produced some of the most memorable movie soundtracks in modern cinema, including "Batman,"