Miliza Korjus
1909–1980 (age 71)
Soprano/Actress
Biography
Miliza Korjus was celebrated as a lyric soprano of remarkable range and warmth, wowing listeners with her performances in opera houses across Europe before bringing her talents to Hollywood, where she charmed audiences in films such as The Great Waltz. Her voice combined operatic discipline with a heartfelt expressiveness that left a lasting impression on both critics and admirers.
Her later years were spent nurturing the next generation of singers, sharing the lessons of artistry, discipline, and generosity she carried throughout her own career.