Ornella Vanoni to be Laid to Rest in Milan Following Passing at 86
Milan is preparing to bid farewell to iconic Italian singer Ornella Vanoni, who died Friday at the age of 86. Details regarding the funeral arrangements are emerging as tributes pour in from fellow artists and fans. Brazilian musician Toquinho, who collaborated with Vanoni on the acclaimed 1976 album The desire, the madness, the recklessness, the joy, shared a poignant video of the pair performing their song “Red Light,” calling the post “a goodbye.”
Vanoni’s death marks the end of an era for Italian music, leaving a void for generations of listeners captivated by her emotive voice and distinctive interpretations. The album she created with Toquinho, Sergio Bardotti, and Vinícius de Moraes was ranked among the 100 most beautiful albums in Italian music history by Rolling Stone magazine. Further details about the location and timing of the funeral are expected to be announced shortly, with Milanese funeral homes preparing for an expected large turnout to honor the singer’s legacy.
