1901 1903

What Happened This Year 1902

All Events 30 Births 290 Deaths 69

Born in 1902

Bidu Sayão

Brazilian-American soprano singer

Born

1902 124 years ago

Died

March 12th, 1999 27 years ago — 97 years old

Soprano singer performed in opera houses across Europe and North America. Gained acclaim for performances at the Metropolitan Opera in roles such as Violetta in 'La Traviata' and Liu in 'Turandot'. Featured in recordings of Brazilian songs and worked with prominent conductors, showcasing a versatile vocal range. Contributed to the appreciation of Brazilian classical music, with a focus on popularizing it internationally.

Anton Holban

Romanian author and educator, wrote 'Don Juan'

Born

1902 124 years ago

Died

January 15th, 1937 89 years ago — 35 years old

An influential Romanian author, theoretician, and educator contributed significantly to literature and pedagogy. Authored several notable works, including the novel 'Don Juan'. Engaged in literary criticism and theoretical discourse, promoting modernist ideas in Romanian literature. Served as an educator, shaping the curriculum and engaging in various academic pursuits. Worked in several educational institutions, emphasizing the importance of literature in education.