Perhaps one of the most notable directors of his time, Blake Edwards will not walk away from the world without having made an impact.

The 88-year-old director — whose works include Breakfast at Tiffany’s and Pink Panther — died this morning with wife Julie Andrews and their children at his side.

Edwards was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma but his roots were in Hollywood — both his grandfather and father were in the movie business.

His wife, movie star Julie Andrews, said in 2007:

“Do you know how long we’ve been married?”

“Thirty-seven years. That’s staggering to me. Where did it all go? I cannot stress enough what a fine director he is – and not just because I’m married to him!”

He will surely be missed!