Italian star tenor Luciano Pavarotti has been honored with a star on Hollywood’s Walk of Fame a decade and a half following his death. The plaque was unveiled on the famous sidewalk on Wednesday. It’s already the 2,730. Star. As a guest speaker, US conductor James Conlon paid tribute to the singer’s achievements. For the family, Cristina Pavarotti – one of three daughters from her first marriage – attended the ceremony.
Born in Modena in 1935, Pavarotti was one of the most important tenors of the 20th century. He was at home in all the major opera houses in the world. He is also known for his benefit concerts “Pavarotti & Friends”, where he sang in duet with international rock and pop stars. He died of cancer on September 6, 2007 at the age of 71.
