Geraldine Farrar
American soprano and actress in opera
Born
1882
143 years ago
Died
March 11th, 1967
58 years ago — 85 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An accomplished soprano and actress, she gained recognition in the early 20th century for performances in operas. She performed leading roles in noted productions such as 'Carmen' and 'Madama Butterfly'. In addition to her significant contributions to opera, she ventured into silent films, appearing in cinematic adaptations of operas, thus bridging the gap between stage and screen. Her talent garnered both critical acclaim and a devoted fanbase.
Performed the title role in 'Carmen'
Starred in 'Madama Butterfly'
Appeared in silent films like 'Carmen' (1915)
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