Who Is Danny Elfman?, Age, Height, Career, Awards, Family, Net Worth: Danny Elfman, also known as Daniel Robert Elfman is an American film composer, singer, songwriter, and musician.

Elfman became a household name in the early 1980s as the lead singer and primary songwriter for the new wave band, Oingo Boingo

He scored his first studio film in 1985 and has attained international recognition for composing over 100 feature film scores, as well as compositions for television, stage productions, and the concert hall.

Elfman has frequently worked with directors Tim Burton, Sam Raimi, and Gus Van Sant, contributing music to nearly twenty (20) of Tim Burton’s projects.

He wrote music for all of the Men in Black and Fifty Shades of Grey franchise films, the songs and score for “The Nightmare Before Christmas”, and the themes for Desperate Housewives and The Simpsons.

Elfman is a recipient of several honors including; four (4) Oscar nominations, two (2) Emmy Awards, a Grammy Award, seven (7) Saturn Awards for Best Music, and the 2002 Richard Kirk Award

Among his honors are; the 2015 Disney Legend Award, the Max Steiner Film Music Achievement Award in 2017, and the Society of Composers & Lyricists Lifetime Achievement Award in 2022.

Since 2023, Elfman has been in the news after composer, pianist, vocalist, actor, and activist, Nomi Abadi had accused him of sexually harassing her between 2015 and 2017.

According to reports, the two signed a non-disclosure agreement in 2018, with Elfman agreeing to pay Abadi $830,000 if she did not publicize her allegations against him.

Danny Elfman hit the headlines again in October 2023 after a second woman reportedly filed a lawsuit against the award-winning composer.

The woman accused Elfman of taking advantage of his power in the industry to strip naked in front of her on numerous occasions and masturbate while she lay sleeping next to him.

The suit, filed on Wednesday, 18 October comes a few months after Elfman was previously accused of similar behavior in a different lawsuit and agreed to pay $830,000 in compensation under a legal settlement.

Danny Elfman Age

Danny Elfman celebrated his 70th birthday in May this year (2023). He was born on May 29, 1953, in Los Angeles, California, United States

Danny Elfman Height & Weight

Danny Elfman stands at a height of 78 m and weighs around 75 kg. He was born to a Jewish family of Polish-Jewish and Russian-Jewish descent.

Danny Elfman Family

Danny Elfman is the son of Blossom Elfman (mother) and Milton Elfman (father). His mother (born in 1925 and died in 2017) was an American novelist while his father (born in 1915 and died in 2001) was an actor, known for his role in the film; Shrunken Heads.

The award-winning actor has an older brother named Richard Elfman. He was born on March 6, 1949. He’s an American actor, musician, director, producer, screenwriter, journalist, author and magazine publisher.

Danny is said to have been married to Geri Eisenmenge. They share two children. It’s unclear when they met, when they married, and whether they are divorced or not.

Since 2003, Danny has been married to Bridget Fonda, born on January 27, 1964, to her parents; Peter Fonda (father) and Susan Brewer (mother).

Bridget is an actress known for her roles in the films; The Godfather Part III, Single White Female, Singles, Point of No Return, It Could Happen to You, Jackie Brown, A Simple Plan, Lake Placid, and Kiss of the Dragon.

Danny Elfman is blessed with three children. The award-winning actor has two daughters, Lola Elfman (born in 1979) and Mali Elfman (born in 1984), from his marriage to Geri Eisenmenger.

Mali Elfman is a film producer and actress. Elfman and Mali collaborated on her 2011 film Do Not Disturb. Lola is a founder and CEO of DevelopWell, as well as a Leadership Coach and Master Trainer with a passion for creative learning and social change.

Elfman and his wife, Bridget Fonda have a son, Oliver Elfman (born in 2005).

Danny Elfman Net Worth

As of October 2023, Danny Elfman has an estimated net worth of about $90 million. He has accrued such fortune from his career as a film composer, singer, songwriter, and musician. Elfman is known as the lead singer and songwriter for the rock band Oingo Boingo (1979-1995) and for scoring music for numerous television shows and films.

Danny Elfman Social Media

Danny Elfman owns a Twitter account with over 34K, a verified Facebook page with over 290K, followers, and a verified Instagram account with over 250K followers.

Danny Elfman Awards

Danny Elfman is a recipient of several awards. As of October 2023, he has won 24 BMI Film & Television Awards, 7 Saturn Awards, 2 Emmy Awards, a Grammy Award, a Satellite Award, and a Sierra Award.

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