Maria CALLAS (1923 - 1977) ; Vittorio GASSMAN (1922 - 2000) Telegram from Italian actor Vittorio Gassmann to singer Maria Maria Callas. From Milan, January 14, 1958. Friendly message of encouragement to the Diva, as she embarks on a tour of the United States in 1958. "Alla vigilia dei tuoi trionfi americani ti rinnovo i piu affettuosi auguri". The actor signs his real surname (Gassmann, with two with two "n "s, his stage name is Gassman), giving the message this message a more personal character.

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