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Music Supervisor Joel Sill Dies at 78, Remembered for Iconic Soundtracks

8/27/2025

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Joel Sill, a prominent music supervisor for over 150 films, died on August 23 at age 78 due to pulmonary fibrosis.
He contributed to notable soundtracks, including "Easy Rider," "Flashdance," and "Forrest Gump."
Sill was also passionate about marine biology and animal activism, co-producing a documentary on animal rescue.
A celebration of his life is planned in Malibu this fall.

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Joel Sill, a prominent music supervisor for over 150 films, died on August 23 at age 78 due to pulmonary fibrosis.
He contributed to notable soundtracks, including "Easy Rider," "Flashdance," and "Forrest Gump."
Sill was also passionate about marine biology and animal activism, co-producing a documentary on animal rescue.
A celebration of his life is planned in Malibu this fall.