Jan Kiepura: Biography, Facts and Career
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Jan Wiktor Kiepura (Polish: [ˈjan ˈviktɔr kʲɛˈpura]; May 16, 1902 – August 15, 1966) was a Polish opera singer (lyric tenor / lirico spinto, Heldentenor) and actor. He enjoyed a successful international career and performed at leading opera houses around the world including La Scala, Metropolitan Opera, Royal Opera House, Opéra-Comique, La Fenice and Teatro Colón. He was the recipient of numerous national and international distinctions and honours including Poland's Order of Polonia Restituta, France's Legion of Honour and Sweden's Order of the Polar Star.
Quick facts about Jan Kiepura
- Full name: Jan Kiepura
- Born: 1902-05-16
- Nationality: United States
- Known as: Musician
- Wikidata ID: Q713265
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Who is Jan Kiepura?
Jan Wiktor Kiepura (Polish: [ˈjan ˈviktɔr kʲɛˈpura]; May 16, 1902 – August 15, 1966) was a Polish opera singer (lyric tenor / lirico spinto, Heldentenor) and actor.
What nationality is Jan Kiepura?
Jan Kiepura is United States.
When was Jan Kiepura born?
Jan Kiepura was born on 1902-05-16.
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