Monty Norman (né Noserovitch; 4 April 1928 – 11 July 2022) was a renowned British composer and singer, celebrated primarily for his creation of the iconic "James Bond Theme" for the 1962 film Dr. No. Born in Stepney, London, to Jewish immigrant parents, Norman's early life was marked by the upheaval of World War II, during which he was evacuated from London. He developed an interest in music during his national service in the Royal Air Force and began his career as a singer with big bands in the 1950s.

Norman transitioned from performing to composing, contributing to the success of West End musicals such as Irma La Douce and Expresso Bongo. His work on the musical Belle led to his involvement with the James Bond franchise, where he adapted a previous composition into the famous Bond theme. Despite controversy over the authorship of the theme, Norman successfully defended his credit in a libel case.

Throughout his career, Norman composed for various films and television shows, earning accolades including an Ivor Novello Award and a Tony Award nomination. He was married twice, first to Diana Coupland and later to Rina Caesari. Monty Norman passed away at the age of 94 in Slough, England, leaving behind a legacy defined by his contributions to film and musical theatre.