Lalo Schifrin was an Argentine-American pianist, composer, arranger, and conductor.
Lalo Schifrin Biography
| Real Name | Boris Claudio Schifrin |
| Nickname | Lalo Schifrin |
| Profession | Composer, arranger, conductor, and pianist |
| Date of Birth | 21 June 1932 |
| Age | 93 years (At the time of death in 2025) |
| Birth Place | Buenos Aires, Argentina |
| Nationality | Argentine American |
| Hometown | Buenos Aires, Argentina |
| Gender | Male |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
| Ethnicity | Argentine of Jewish descent |
| Religion | Jewish |
| Hobbies | Jazz performance, classical music compositing, conducting |
Education Qualification
| School | Not known |
| College | University of Buenos Aires |
| Education Qualification | Graduation |
Lalo Schifrin Age
Lalo Schifrin was born on 21 June 1932 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He was 93 years old at the time of his death, and his zodiac sign was Cancer.
Lalo Schifrin Wife
| Marital Status | Married |
| Affairs/Girlfriend | Donna Schifrin |
| Spouse/Wife | Donna Schifrin |
| Children | Son– Ryan and William Daughter – Frances |
Lalo Schifrin Family
| Father’s Name | Luis Schifrin |
| Mother’s Name | Clara Schifrin |
| Brother’s Name | None |
| Sister’s Name | Flora Schminovich |
Career
| Debut | Film – 1965: Dark Intruder TV – 1965: The Man from U.N.C.L.E. |
| Awards | 1965, 1966, 1968 – Grammy Award 2006 – Latin Grammy Award |
Lalo Schifrin Movies
| Movies | Release Date |
|---|---|
| Dark Intruder | 1965 |
| Bullitt | 1968 |
| The Fox | 1967 |
| Che! | 1969 |
| Dirty Harry | 1971 |
| The Beguiled | 1971 |
| Joe Kidd | 1972 |
| Magnum Force | 1973 |
| The Eagle Has Landed | 1976 |
| Voyage of the Damned | 1976 |
| The Competition | 1980 |
| Sudden Impact | 1983 |
| Black Moon Rising | 1986 |
| Rush Hour | 1998 |
| Bring Down the House | 2003 |
| After the sunset | 2004 |
| Rush Hour 3 | 2007 |
Lalo Schifrin TV Show
- 1965 – The Man From U.N.C.L.E.
- 1966 – Mission: Impossible
- 1967 – Mannix
- 1969 – Medical Center
- 1974 – Planet of the Apes
- 1975 – Starsky and Hutch
- 1976 – Most Wanted
- 1982 – Chicago Story
- 1984 – Glitter
- 1987 – Sparky’s Magic Piano
- 1988 – Mission: Impossible (revival)
Lalo Schifrin Height And Weight
| Height (approx) | In centimeters – 170 cm In meters – 1.70 m In feet & inches – 5’7” |
| Weight (approx) | In kilograms – 75 kg In pounds – 165 lbs |
| Eye Colour | Brown |
| Hair Colour | White |
Lalo Schifrin Death, Cause of Death
| Date of Death | 26 June 2025 |
| Place of Death | At a hospital in Los Angeles |
| Cause of death | Complications of Pneumonia |
Lalo Schifrin Net Worth
| Net Worth (approx) | $10-15 million (As of 2025) |
| Annual Income (approx) | Update soon |
| Salary (approx) | $300k (per film) |
| Income Source | Acting, composing, and other |
Some Lesser Facts About Lalo Schifrin
- Lalo Schifrin was born and raised in Buenos Aires, Argentina, to Luis and Clara Schifrin.
- His father was the second violinist for 30 years at Teatro Colón.
- He studied piano with Enrique Barenboim, the father of renowned conductor Daniel Barenboim.
- He enrolled in sociology and law at the University of Buenos Aires and became interested in music.
- At age 20, he successfully applied for a scholarship to the Conservatoire de Paris.
- In 1955, he performed with Astor Piazzolla at the International Jazz Festival in Paris.
- In 1958, he joined Xavier Cugat’s Latin dance orchestra as an arranger.
- He became a U.S. citizen in 1969, six years after his Hollywood journey began.
- He created Paramount’s iconic 1976 fanfare, used in various forms for nearly 30 years.
- In 2003, he was commissioned by the Sultan of Oman to compose Symphonic Skeltah.
- He received an Honorary Academy Award in 2019 for his musical style and contributions to film.
- Lalo Schifrin died on June 26, 2025, at the age of 93 from complications of Pneumonia.
FAQ:
How old was Lalo Schifrin?
93 years old (As of 2025, at the time of death)
Who is Lalo Schifrin’s wife?
Lalo Schifrin was married to Donna Schifrin.
What is Lalo Schifrin’s net worth?
As of 2025, Lalo Schifrin’s estimated net worth is $10-15 million.
What nationality is Lalo Schifrin?
The actor holds both Argentine and American citizenship.
Is Lalo Schifrin still alive?
No, actor Lalo Schifrin died on 26 June 2024, at age 93.