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Dmitri Hvorostovsky

November 22, 2017 By Ian Sidden

Has passed away.

He’s one of the idols of my generation of singers, and of baritones in particular. Such a beautiful voice. A commanding onstage presence. A great looking guy. He had a universal appeal that was very special.

RIP. And thank you.

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