Danny Elfman

The illustrious Elfman family hails from Los Angeles, and has achieved great heights in the arts over the generations. Danny Elfman, the family's most renowned member, discovered his talent for composing in the early 1970s, when he and his older brother Richard Elfman started the musical troupe named Mystic Knights of Oingo-Boingo. Richard, a semi-professional boxer, food and wine critic, and successful stage director, is also a noted Afro-Latin percussionist and founding member of Oingo-Boingo. Clare Elfman, Danny's mother, was a renowned writer and actress. Bodhi Elfman, Danny's nephew, is an actor and producer, while his niece Mali Elfman is a successful filmmaker. With the Elfman family's talents and accomplishments, it is no surprise that they have become royalty in the art world.