The final chapter of Luciano Pavarotti’s life ended early this morning, as he passed away while surrounded by family in his hometown of Modena, Italy. Rising to the top of his profession over a 50 year journey, the 71-year-old performer will be mourned both by an adoring public as well as a grieving family.
“The Maestro fought a long, tough battle against the pancreatic cancer which eventually took his life. In fitting with the approach that characterized his life and work, he remained positive until finally succumbing to the last stages of his illness,” according to a family spokesman.