I've come from a Phantom of the Opera fansite where there is a similar outpouring of praise and sharing of the loss of this wonderful person. It seems that everyone knew him and had a favorable response to him, whether they like opera or not.

Although it isn't a particularly good film, some might like watching "Yes, Giorgio", in which he had the romantic lead opposite Kathryn Harrold. While it wasn't a success with critics and audiences, those speaking about it mentioned Pavarotti's aura of geniality, sweetness and good humor--and his glorious voice of course.

How sad to lose him at a relatively young age. Upon hearing his age, my mother noted that, as you get "up there", being seventysomething doesn't sound at all old. She's nearly 80 and hopes to be around much longer. My bet would be that she'll outlive me.