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Kiri Te Kanawa

Kiri Te Kanawa

New Zealand opera singer
Combining rare acting ability with a beautiful soprano, Te Kanawa is among opera's most celebrated figures of her generation.
BornMarch 6, 1944
HometownGisborne, New Zealand
Height5'6" (1.68m)
SpouseDesmond Park
ChildrenAntonia Park, Thomas Park
ParentsThomas Te Kanawa, Nell Te Kanawa
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