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Mark Smythe dead, 53 New Zealand-born American composer, atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease

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.

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