Mark Smythe: key obituary facts
Is Mark Smythe dead? Yes. Mark Smythe died on May 9, 2026, at age 52.
Cause of death: Mark Smythe's cause of death was reported as Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease.
What was Mark Smythe known for?
He was a New Zealand-born composer and musician (1972–2026).
More about Mark Smythe
Born: 1973.
Place of death: Mount Wilson.
Gender: male.
Occupation: composer, musician.
Nationality: New Zealand.
Education: Nelson College, Australian Film Television and Radio School.
Employer: Los Angeles College of Music, California State University, Northridge.
Also known as: Mark Cyprian Ward Smythe.
Occupations: Composer, academic.
Years active: 2004–2026.
Known for: Film, television, and choral composition.
Mark Smythe died on May 9, 2026, at the age of 53 from atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease.
He was a New Zealand-born American composer known for Daddy’s Little Girl, Unfallen, and The Reef: Stalked.
Mark Smythe, 53 New Zealand-born American composer (Daddy’s Little Girl, Unfallen, The Reef: Stalked), atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease.