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American composer and music producer renowned for creating iconic theme songs and musical identities for popular television sitcoms.Jonathan Wolff was a prolific American composer best known for his innovative and memorable theme songs for numerous hit television sitcoms of the 1980s, 1990s, and 2000s. His distinctive approach often involved using unconventional sounds and rhythms derived from the show's visuals or dialogue, creating instantly recognizable sonic branding. Key works include themes for 'Seinfeld', 'Will & Grace', 'The King of Queens', 'Caroline in the City', and 'Married... with Children'.

• Wolff pioneered a unique technique called 'audio logo' or 'sonic branding,' where he created music specifically synchronized to on-screen actions or dialogue, famously using mouth pops, finger snaps, and synthesized basslines to mirror Jerry Seinfeld's stand-up pacing in the 'Seinfeld' theme.
• He composed the theme for 'Will & Grace' entirely using samples from the show's pilot episode dialogue, creating a distinctive and quirky soundscape that became synonymous with the series.
• Despite his immense popularity and recognition for the 'Seinfeld' bassline, Wolff was never officially credited on-screen during the show's original run, though his contribution became widely known and celebrated.
• He died suddenly at his home in Beverly Hills, California, on June 14, 2018, at the age of 60. The cause of death was reported as hypertensive cardiovascular disease (heart attack).