Luciano Pavarotti, the Italian tenor with a glorious voice that made him the opera world's greatest star as he brought classical singing to the masses on a scale never before imagined, has died. He was 71. Pavarotti was acclaimed for the clarion tone of his gorgeously lyrical voice, which could effortlessly fill the largest arena. He was beloved for his ardor and Italian charm, which came across equally well whether he was singing on the opera stage or cooking as a guest on a late night television talk show.
Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times.
Updated through 9/10.
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