Born: 12 October 1935 · Died: 6 September 2007 · Age: 71
Quick facts
Date of birth12 October 1935
Date of death6 September 2007
Age at death71
NationalityItalian
BirthplaceModena, Kingdom of Italy
Editor's Take:
Luciano Pavarotti brought opera to people who had never been to an opera house. His bright, effortless tenor became famous far beyond classical music when Nessun dorma soundtracked the 1990 World Cup. With Domingo and Carreras he filled stadiums. His charity concerts paired him with pop stars from Bono to the Spice Girls. Purists grumbled, but millions discovered opera through him. His recordings still sell strongly. His voice remains the sound of opera for many people.
Key Milestones
1961: Makes his opera debut
1972: Wins fame with nine high Cs at the Met
1990: Sings with The Three Tenors in Rome
1992: Starts the Pavarotti and Friends concerts
Luciano Pavarotti (12 October 1935 – 6 September 2007) was an Italian operatic tenor who during the late part of his career crossed over into popular music, eventually becoming one of the most acclaimed tenors of all time.
Luciano Pavarotti's birthday is October 12. He was born on October 12, 1935 in Modena, Kingdom of Italy.
How old was Luciano Pavarotti when he died?
Luciano Pavarotti died on September 6, 2007, aged 71.
Who shares a birthday with Luciano Pavarotti?
Famous people who share Luciano Pavarotti's October 12 birthday include Hugh Jackman, Edward VI of England, Pedro I of Brazil, Aleister Crowley and Edith Stein.
