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Marilyn Horne

Acting

Born January 16, 1934 · Bradford, Pennsylvania, USA

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Biography

Marilyn Berneice Horne is an American mezzo-soprano opera singer. She specialized in roles requiring beauty of tone, excellent breath support, and the ability to execute difficult coloratura passages. She is a recipient of the National Medal of Arts and the Kennedy Center Honors, and has won four Grammy Awards.

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Awards & recognition

  • International Opera Award · 2023
  • Gramophone Award — Lifetime Achievement · 2005
  • Commandeur des Arts et des Lettres · 1995
  • Kennedy Center Honors
  • National Medal of Arts

Filmography7 titles

The Ghosts of Versailles

1992as Samira

The Odd Couple

1970as Jackie

The Carol Burnett Show

1967as Self

The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson

1962as Self

Sesame Street Jam: A Musical Celebration

1993as Self - Special Guest

Carmen Jones

1954as Carmen Jones (voice)

Great Performances

1971as Self