That archetypical Leo, Mae West, was born 117 (or so) years ago today, on August 17, 1893. Read more »
The dramatic soprano (and soon to be belter!) celebrates her golden birthday today. Read more »

The “phlegmatic diva” is 47 years old today. Read more »
The Norwegian dramatic soprano, often called "the voice of the century," was born 115 years ago today. The hard-working singer became a sensation "overnight" when, after the first act of her Met debut as Sieglinde, she was hailed by intermission commentator Geraldine Farrar as a new star. Read more »
The legendary conductor and the protean mezzo-soprano were born on July 3, in 1930 and 1939 respectively. Read more »



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