Composer of James Bond theme, Monty Norman, dies at 94

The British composer, Monty Norman is the man behind the iconic James Bond theme

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A statement was posted on Norman’s official website that read: "It is with sadness we share the news that Monty Norman died on 11th July 2022 after a short illness.”

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Norman famously composed the score for first James Bond film, 1962's 'Dr. No’

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Sean Connery starred as 007 in the film

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Producer Albert "Cubby" Broccoli hired Norman to compose a theme for the first James Bond film, "Dr. No.”

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Norman was born in the East End of London in 1928

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Norman got his first guitar at age 16

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Norman went on to perform with big bands and in a variety double act with comedian Benny Hill

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