Chariots of Fire composer Vangelis dies

Greek composer Vangelis, who was known for his celebrated film themes for Chariots of Fire and Blade Runner, has died at the age of 79.

The musician first tasted fame as the keyboardist in a band with singer Demis Roussos in the late 1960s.

Vangelis went on to be a groundbreaking electronic solo artist, as well as the composer of popular film soundtracks.

He won an Oscar for the stirring theme to 1981's Chariots of Fire, which was followed by Blade Runner a year later.