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Maria Callas: Celebrated Soprano's Legacy Revisited on Women's History Month

3/10/2026

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Maria Callas, the renowned soprano, died of a heart attack at her Paris home at age 53.
This obituary, originally published in 1977, is republished for Women’s History Month.
Despite earlier health concerns, some friends said she was in good health and working on her autobiography.
Callas's career drew controversy and admiration, with supporters hailing her as one of the greatest opera singers and critics noting vocal flaws.

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Maria Callas, the renowned soprano, died of a heart attack at her Paris home at age 53.
This obituary, originally published in 1977, is republished for Women’s History Month.
Despite earlier health concerns, some friends said she was in good health and working on her autobiography.
Callas's career drew controversy and admiration, with supporters hailing her as one of the greatest opera singers and critics noting vocal flaws.