Fritzi Scheff

1879–1954 (age 75)

soprano and actress

Biography

Fritzi Scheff (1879–1954), the soprano and actress famed for her charm and vocal warmth, delighted audiences in both operetta and musical theatre as a luminous presence on stage.

Her generosity to fellow performers and her lively spirit continued to inspire admirers long after she retired, and Kensico Cemetery holds her memory in peaceful quiet.

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