Jarmila Novotná
Biography
Jarmila Novotná was a Czech lyric coloratura soprano and actress born on September 23, 1907, in Prague, with a notable operatic debut at the Prague Opera House in 1925. She later became a star of the Metropolitan Opera from 1940 to 1956, known for her performances in various films, including "The Great Caruso" (1951). Known for her work in both opera and film, Novotná was a celebrated singer of her time.