American composer Ray Evans (1915–2007) was a prolific songwriter, primarily known for his successful collaboration with Jay Livingston. Together, they penned numerous popular songs and film scores from the 1940s through the 1960s, earning three Academy Awards for Best Original Song. Their enduring contributions to American popular music include classics like "Buttons and Bows," "Mona Lisa," and "Que Sera, Sera (Whatever Will Be, Will Be)."