THEn the occasion of ninetieth anniversary of the birth of Luciano Pavarottithis evening at 9.40 pm Canale 5 broadcasts Pavarotti 90 – The man who thrilled the worldThe concert recorded last September 30th at the Verona Arena to celebrate his career and the musical legacy of the great Maestro. Hosted by Michelle Hunziker and on stage many music stars who shared friendship and collaborations with “Big Luciano”. From tenor Placido Domingo to Laura Pausini up to Ligabue.
Pavarotti 90 – The man who thrilled the world: the concert for Luciano Pavarotti tonight 5 November on Canale 5
Recorded last September at the Arena di Verona, Pavarotti 90 it is the evening event which saw many stars of Italian and international music perform. Lots of people on stage artists of the international opera scene, in particular tenorswho have had the privilege of share not only a long career with Luciano Pavarotti, but also a deep friendship.
Prestigious icons of the pop music scene were also presentthose “two worlds” that Luciano Pavarotti managed to unite with great generosity in the name of solidarity in his legendary live shows Pavarotti & Friends. The artists’ performances are accompanied by the Luciano Pavarotti Foundation Orchestra, an ensemble created to honor the artistic legacy of the famous tenor.
Luciano Pavarotti. (Getty Images)
Who was the great Luciano Pavarotti
Perhaps the most famous Italian tenor of all time, Luciano Pavarotti he became a star thanks to his powerful, clear voice and extraordinary range. Born in Modena in 1935, began his musical career in the 60s, quickly distinguishing himself for his ability to combine operatic technique and intense communication.
Pavarotti thus becomes internationally famous thanks to roles like Rodolfo in La BohèmeEdgardo in Lucia di Lammermoor and Cavaradossi in Tosca. Founder of the “Three Tenors” triowhich brought opera to a much wider global audience, Pavarotti made numerous crossover albumscollaborating with pop artists and organizing major charity events such as Pavarotti & Friends.
The guest artists: from Placido Domingo to Laura Pausini
Famous Spanish tenor, Placido Domingo was born in Madrid in 1941. Considered one of the greatest lyrical interpreters of the twentieth centuryDomingo is known for his vocal and stage versatility which led him to interpret. over 150 operatic roles, an unprecedented record in the history of opera. Historical friend of Luciano Pavarotti, Placido Domingo he achieved worldwide fame as a member of the “Three Tenors”, together with José Carreras (also guest tonight) and to Pavarotti himself.
Friend and fellow countryman, Laura Pausini is also among the most anticipated guests of Pavarotti 90. The singer from Romagna, after releasing the cover single last September My story in your fingers, in the first months of 2026 he will release Io Canto 2, the second volume of the cover album series started with the album I sing in 2006.
Also on the Arena stage is Angela Gheorghiu, a Romanian soprano known for her great expressiveness dramatic and lyrical-driven voice. In the many years of his career she played iconic roles such as Violetta in La TraviataTosca and Juliette in Romeo and Juliette. With Luciano, the singer duetted numerous times and in several events including Pavarotti & Friendswhere Gheorghiu was often a guest.
TO Pavarotti 90 also Mahmood and Giuliano Sangiorgi
Winner of two Sanremo Festivals, Mahmood is among the most popular urban singers of recent years. After releasing the album last year In other people’s bedsMahmood in recent weeks he is touring Italy with his NLDA Tour 2025, a “theatrical rave” in sports halls. The singer of Money ha recently announced on his social media that, once the concerts were over, he will return to dedicating himself to writing new songs.
Historical leader of the Negramaro, Giuliano Sangiorgi he has always combined his career in the band with his solo career. In fact, for a few days, the Salento singer released the single It’s raining. It’s raining together with Gianni Bismark. A song where the rapper’s authentic and immediate writing meets Giuliano’s poetic sensitivity in an unprecedented dialogue between two worlds that attract and complement each other.