Pavarotti Shuffles Off His Mortal Coil, Now Impressing The Gods With His Ability To Effortlessly Hit High C’s

Vale Luciano Pavarotti, who has just passed away at age 71.

Luciano Pavarotti, one of the greatest tenors of his generation, has died at his home in Modena, his manager says.

“Luciano Pavarotti died one hour ago,” manager Terri Robson said in a telephone text message to media.

In an email statement to the Associated Press Robson said Pavarotti died at his home in Modena, Italy, at 5am local time (1pm AEST).

“The Maestro fought a long, tough battle against the pancreatic cancer which eventually took his life. In fitting with the approach that characterised his life and work, he remained positive until finally succumbing to the last stages of his illness,” the statement said.