French composer, born 26 April 1932 in Nice (06) - died 7 November 2018 in Paris (75).
Best known for his works of numerous scores and themes such as : Un Homme Et Une Femme or Love Story (1970 Academy award for best music, original score), he was also a songwriter who worked for many of the most popular French recording artists including Edith Piaf, Mireille Mathieu, Elton John. And he also played accordion.