Tito Gobbi
1913–1984 (age 71)
opera singer
Biography
Tito Gobbi was one of the greatest operatic baritones of the twentieth century, renowned for his powerful voice and commanding stage presence. Born in 1913, he became an international star, performing at the world's most prestigious opera houses and establishing himself as a definitive interpreter of the baritone repertoire.
Gobbi's career spanned several decades, during which he became celebrated for his interpretations of Verdi roles and his dramatic intensity. His recordings and performances left an indelible mark on opera history, and he is remembered as one of the finest baritones ever to grace the operatic stage.