The French composer Michelle Legran died

French composer Michelle Legrand died at the 87th year of his life. This was reported by the AFP agency with reference to its representative.

Legrand was widely known as the author of music for films, he was nominated for Oscar 13 times and received this award three times-for the song for the film “The Scam Thomas Krun” in 1969, the music for the films “Summer 42” and “ Yentle ” in 1984.

The fame of the musician was brought by music to the film "Sherbourg Umbrellas". The main role in the picture was played by Katrin Denev, the film received the "Golden Palm Branch" of the Cannes Film Festival in 1964.

During his career, Legrand collaborated with Edith Piaf, Ray Charles, Jean Cocteau, Frank Sinatra and director Orson Wells.