Dhaka, June 27 -- Renowned composer Lalo Schifrin, best known for creating the unforgettable theme for Mission: Impossible and scoring over 100 film and television projects, has passed away at the age of 93.

His son, Ryan Schifrin, confirmed that the Argentine-born musician died at his Los Angeles home on Thursday due to complications from pneumonia, surrounded by family.

Schifrin, a six-time Oscar nominee and four-time Grammy winner, left a lasting mark on film and music. His Mission: Impossible theme, written in a rare 5/4 time signature, became a global phenomenon, described by critics as "the most contagious tune ever heard." It also helped fuel the decades-long film franchise starring Tom Cruise.

Schifrin's credits span a wide ran...