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Mark Snow Obituary
Composer Mark Snow died July 4, 2025, at his home in Connecticut at the age of 78.
He composed the iconic theme song to "The X-Files," as well as working on the show's score for its entire original run and its later revival.
Snow is also being remembered for his music for such movies and TV shows as "Hart to Hart," "Falcon Crest," "Smallville," and "Blue Bloods."
By Legacy News Staff
(Image: Vince Bucci / Invision for the Television Academy - AP Images)
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Janette O´Brien
August 7, 2025
The X Files is my favorite show of all time. I never knew who composed that iconic theme song which greatly influenced the show´s content. I send my condolences to his family and friends. Rest in eternal peace Mark, you will never be forgotten. Scully and Mulder rule.
Jane Perla-Stoval
August 5, 2025
I knew Mark, as Martin, so many years ago, while working to do the publicity for The New York Rock & Roll Ensemble in NYC. All the guys were so talented, & alot of fun to work with. Met up with Michael back in 1999, who told me what Martin was doing now, & that he changed his name, professionally. I've watched Blue Bloods since its' beginning. & got a kick out of seeing Marks' name in the credits. Such talented people will always live on because their music lives on so we may enjoy it forever. I send my condolences to Marks' family.
Jill Hetson
July 23, 2025
I am so very sorry to hear of Mark's passing. Such a great person. I was fortunate to know him and what a great talent and a great person he was. My heart goes out to Glynnis and family.
Cokie
July 15, 2025
He was fine composer for Birds of Prey
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Martin Royer
July 9, 2025
I was very lucky to get to know and work for Mark Snow during the X-File years. Some of my favorite memories of working in the audio world was going to Mark's Studio and chatting with Mark about the events of the day and new ways to make sounds he could use. RIP Mark. You gave the world more than you know.
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