Tragic news: Stephen Gould has died
RIPThe Bayreuth Festival has announced the death of the American Heldentenor Stephen Gould, one of its shining stars of recent years. Stephen, who was 61 years old, withdrew from three roles this summer, making it clear just two weeks ago that he was suffering from inoperable bile-duct cancer.
The speed of his decline and the shock of his passing have left the opera world mute with grief. Stephen Gould made his Bayreuth debut in 2004 and sang more than 100 performances there.
Though his career was late to take flight, after a peripheral start as a baritone, he earned worldwide respect and affection.
May he rest in peace.
UPDATE: Lise Davidsen leads tributes
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