Ray Dolby was born in Portland, Oregon and grew up in San Francisco, California. In
1965 he founded Dolby Laboratories and invented the widely used Dolby Sound System.
“Technical GRAMMY Award recipient Ray Dolby was an inventor and pioneer in noise-reduction and surround-sound technology. With Dolby Laboratories, his passion for sound led to innovations that have changed the way we listen to music and movies for nearly 50 years. His technologies have become an essential part of the creative process for recording artists and filmmakers, ensuring his remarkable legacy for generations to come. Our deepest sympathies go out to his family, friends, and the talented employees of Dolby Labs who will continue to be inspired by his incredible vision,” said Neil Portnow, President/CEO of The Recording Academy