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Anna Moffo - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | June 27, 1932 |
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| Died | March 10, 2006 (age 73) |
| Birthplace | Wayne, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Anna Moffo's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Monkey |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | One of the leading and most glamorous lyric sopranos of her generation, particularly known for her roles in "La Traviata" and "Lucia di Lammermoor." |
Intro
Anna Moffo was an acclaimed American operatic soprano, recognized for her expressive voice and compelling stage presence. She enjoyed a successful international career in opera, concert, television, and film from the 1950s through the 1970s.
Early Life & Background
Anna Moffo was born to Italian immigrant parents. She studied at the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia and later at the Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia in Rome on a Fulbright Scholarship.
Career Highlights
- Made her operatic debut in 1955 in Spoleto, Italy as Norina in Don Pasquale.
- Starred at major opera houses worldwide, including the Metropolitan Opera (Met) in New York and La Scala in Milan.
- Had a notable career in television, hosting and starring in her own program, 'The Anna Moffo Show,' on Italian television.
- Recorded extensively for RCA Victor and appeared in several opera films.
Trivia
- In 1974, she received the Italian Order of Merit of the Republic.
- She married conductor and composer Mario Lanfranchi.
- Anna Moffo's recordings of 'La Traviata' and 'Lucia di Lammermoor' are considered among the definitive interpretations of these roles.
FAQs
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When was Anna Moffo born?
Anna Moffo was born the 27 June 1932.
Where is Anna Moffo from?
Wayne, Pennsylvania, United States.
On Her Birth-Day
About June 27th, 1932, in brief:
- Day of the week: June 27th, 1932 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: Sherlock Holmes directed by Guy Ritchie
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