Opera Singer
Maria Callas
Maria Callas was born on December 2, 1923 in New York City, New York. She debuted at the opera the year she turned 18, and performed at La Scala the year she turned 22.
Maria Callas was born in 1923 and lived to age 53. Anyone born before 1923 is older than Maria. Anyone over 53 is older than Maria ever was.
Maria Callas was born on December 2, 1923 in New York City, New York and died on September 16, 1977 at the age of 53. Maria would be 102 years old today.
Maria Callas would be 102 years old in 2026 and would turn 103 on December 2, 2026. Maria Callas's age in every year ↓
Born
December 2, 1923
Died
September 16, 1977
World pop. at birth
~1.9B
Maria's age at death
53
Your age
20
Are you older than Maria Callas?
No — Maria Callas was born in 1923. You were born in 2006, making you 83 years younger. Maria lived to age 53. You are currently 20, so you are not yet older than Maria was when she died.
At your age (20), Maria was between two milestones: La Gioconda debut performance (the year she turned 19); next, she performed at La Scala the year she turned 22.
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Maria's Life Timeline
Maria Callas was born on December 2, 1923, in New York City to Greek immigrant parents. She showed an early interest in music and began her vocal training at a young age. Callas's family moved to Greece when she was a child, where she continued her studies and developed her talent, eventually returning to the United States to pursue a career in opera.
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Callas made her professional debut in 1941 at the age of 18, quickly gaining recognition for her powerful voice and dramatic interpretations. Throughout the 1940s and 1950s, she performed in major opera houses around the world, including La Scala in Milan and the Metropolitan Opera in New York. Her performances in operas such as 'Tosca' and 'Norma' solidified her status as a leading soprano and earned her numerous accolades, including the title 'La Divina'.
Maria Callas passed away on September 16, 1977, at the age of 54. Her legacy as one of the greatest opera singers of the 20th century continues to influence musicians and singers today. Callas's unique blend of vocal artistry and dramatic presence set new standards in opera, and her recordings remain popular with audiences worldwide.
Debuted at the opera
Maria Callas was 18 years old when she made her professional debut at the Opera in Chicago. This performance marked the beginning of her illustrious career and showcased her exceptional vocal talent to a wider audience.
Maria Callas turned 18 in 1941, the year she debuted at the opera. Are you older than Maria was? Enter your birth year to compare.
La Gioconda debut performance
Maria Callas turned 19 in 1942: La Gioconda debut performance. Are you older than Maria was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Performed at La Scala
Maria Callas was 22 years old when she debuted at La Scala in Milan, one of the most prestigious opera houses in the world. Her performance in 'I Puritani' garnered critical acclaim and established her as a leading soprano.
Maria Callas turned 22 in 1945, the year she performed at La Scala. Are you older than Maria was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Starred in 'Tosca'
Maria Callas was 25 years old when she starred in Puccini's 'Tosca' at the Royal Opera House in London. This role became one of her signature performances, showcasing her dramatic abilities and vocal prowess.
Maria Callas turned 25 in 1948, the year she starred in 'Tosca'. Are you older than Maria was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won the Italian Critics' Award
Maria Callas was 28 years old when she won the prestigious Italian Critics' Award for her performance in 'Norma'. This recognition solidified her status as a leading figure in the world of opera.
Maria Callas turned 28 in 1951, the year she won the Italian Critics' Award. Are you older than Maria was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Sang 'Norma' at La Scala
Maria Callas turned 28 in 1951, the year she sang 'Norma' at La Scala. Are you older than Maria was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Performed at the Metropolitan Opera
Maria Callas was 30 years old when she made her debut at the Metropolitan Opera in New York City. This performance further established her international fame and allowed her to reach a broader audience.
Maria Callas turned 30 in 1953, the year she performed at the Metropolitan Opera. Are you older than Maria was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Met Opera debut
Maria Callas turned 33 in 1956: Met Opera debut. Are you older than Maria was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Headlined at the San Francisco Opera
Maria Callas was 34 years old when she headlined at the San Francisco Opera, performing in a series of acclaimed productions. Her performances were met with enthusiastic receptions, further enhancing her reputation.
Maria Callas turned 34 in 1957, the year she headlined at the San Francisco Opera. Are you older than Maria was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Performed 'Tosca' Act II at Covent Garden
Maria Callas turned 41 in 1964, the year she performed 'Tosca' Act II at Covent Garden. Are you older than Maria was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Recorded 'Carmen'
Maria Callas turned 41 in 1964, the year she recorded 'Carmen'. Are you older than Maria was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Final operatic stage performance
Maria Callas turned 42 in 1965: Final operatic stage performance. Are you older than Maria was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Passed away
Maria Callas was 53 years old when she passed away on September 16, 1977. Her death marked the end of an era, but her influence on the world of opera continues to resonate.
Maria Callas was 53 in 1977, the year she passed away. Are you older than Maria was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Age by year
How old was Maria Callas in each year?
- 2026
- Maria Callas would be 102 years old in 2026 and would turn 103 on December 2, 2026.
- 1941
- Maria Callas was 17 at the start of 1941 and turned 18 on December 2, 1941. That year, she debuted at the opera.
- 1945
- Maria Callas was 21 at the start of 1945 and turned 22 on December 2, 1945. That year, she performed at La Scala.
- 1948
- Maria Callas was 24 at the start of 1948 and turned 25 on December 2, 1948. That year, she starred in 'Tosca'.
- 1951
- Maria Callas was 27 at the start of 1951 and turned 28 on December 2, 1951. That year, she won the Italian Critics' Award.
- 1953
- Maria Callas was 29 at the start of 1953 and turned 30 on December 2, 1953. That year, she performed at the Metropolitan Opera.
- 1957
- Maria Callas was 33 at the start of 1957 and turned 34 on December 2, 1957. That year, she headlined at the San Francisco Opera.
- 1964
- Maria Callas was 40 at the start of 1964 and turned 41 on December 2, 1964. That year, she performed 'Tosca' Act II at Covent Garden.
Maria Callas's age in every year
Ages change on December 2: the first number is before that birthday, the second after it.
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- 196440 → 41 years old
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- 196844 → 45 years old
- 196945 → 46 years old
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- 197450 → 51 years old
- 197551 → 52 years old
- 197652 → 53 years old
- 197753 years old
