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Renowned opera soprano Renata Scotto dies at 89

FILE - Tenor Placido Domingo, left, appears with soprano Renata Scotto in a backstage dressing room prior their opening night performance of Vincenzo Bellini's "Norma" at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York on Sept. 22, 1981. Scotto, a soprano of uncommon intensity who became a successful director after her singing career, died Wednesday in her hometown of Savona, Italy. She was 89. (AP Photo/Elizabeth Richter, File)
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Overview

  • Scotto began singing during WWII in Italy and became known for dramatic performances.
  • She was seen as an heir to Maria Callas but faced criticism from Callas fans.
  • Scotto had a successful career at the Met Opera and was part of their first Live TV broadcast.
  • Her repertoire included leading roles in Italian operas by Bellini, Donizetti, Verdi and Puccini.
  • Scotto was a celebrated 20th century soprano known for her dramatic interpretation.