Maria Callas

Born 2 December 1923 in Manhattan, New York, USA

Died 16 September 1977 (aged 53)

Maria Callas, born Maria Anna Sophie Cecilia Kalogeropoulos, was a Greek-American soprano, and one of the most renowned and influential opera singers of the 20th century. Many critics praised her bel canto technique, wide-ranging voice and dramatic interpretations.