This Day in History December 2, 1923

By Houston Rogers [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons

Today's feature centers around an iconic opera singer, and indeed she was.  On this date in 1923, Maria Callas was born.  Interestingly enough, she hated to sing as a child since her mother insisted that she do so.  She had quite a colorful life and career, and she was known for her weight issues and temperamental outbursts.  She died September 16, 1977, from heart failure.  Her most well-known song, and the reason I know of her, is below, so enjoy!


For more information:
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0006568/bio
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maria_Callas
http://www.famousbirthdays.com/people/maria-callas.html