Jeffry Wayne, born on July 1, 1943, in New York City, is an American-British composer and musician renowned for his work in progressive rock, rock, and pop genres. Wayne's most notable achievement is his 1978 release, "Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of the Worlds," a musical adaptation of H. G. Wells' science-fiction novel. This album has sold millions of copies and remains a significant cultural milestone, known for the hit single "Forever Autumn," sung by Justin Hayward.

Wayne's early career involved composing scores for his father's West End musical "Two Cities" and producing David Essex's album "Rock On." He also composed numerous advertising jingles and television themes in the UK, including for shows like "Good Morning Britain" and "World of Sport." Additionally, Wayne ventured into film scoring and served as a musical director for various artists.

Beyond music, Wayne published "The Book of Tennis" and produced a television series, "The Book of Tennis Chronicles," which aired on Fox Sports and the Tennis Channel. His diverse career highlights his influence across multiple entertainment mediums.