Here’s the latest information I could verify about Felicity Lott.
Felicity Lott, a renowned British soprano known for her interpretations of German and French art song, has been reported to have died in May 2026 at the age of 79 after a battle with cancer. Multiple outlets summarized her passing on May 15-17, 2026, citing confirmation from her agent and general reports. [cite ][cite ][cite ]
The news outlets commonly note her long and influential career, including performances at major opera houses and collaborations with leading orchestras, and they highlight her elegance and generosity as hallmarks of her stage presence. [cite ][cite ]
For context, the reported cause of death is terminal cancer, and several obituaries mention her as one of Britain’s leading sopranos with a distinguished international reputation. [cite ][cite ]
If you’d like, I can pull exact obituary headlines and provide a concise timeline of her major career milestones (major roles, recording highlights, and collaborations) with direct citations. [cite ][cite ]
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NEWS I have been under the radar for rather a long time but I’ve been quietly very busy! I’m not doing so much singing these days, but I took part in several concerts in Sussex just before Christmas as well as a concert of Poulenc’s music in Marseille in November. With my dear friend Jacqueline Bourgès-Maunoury I’ve given several recitals in France- any excuse to hop on the Eurostar!
www.felicitylott.deRemembering Felicity Lott (1947–2026)
www.rbo.org.ukDame Felicity Lott, one of Britain's most admired and versatile opera singers, has died at the age of 79 after a battle with cancer.The acclaimed soprano passed away on May 15, 2026, according to reports. She was widely...
www.geo.tvOn May 15, Dame Felicity Lott has died at the age of 79.
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