Yvonne Elliman (F / United States, 1951), singer, actor

Yvonne Elliman

Yvonne Elliman (b.1951) is an American singer and actress. She created the role of Mary Magdalene for the musical Jesus Christ Superstar, first in the concept album (1970), then in the original Broadway cast (1971) and finally in the movie (1973). She gave life and credibility to the character as a former prostitute secretly in love with Jesus of Nazareth. Her memorable performance, especially of the song I Don't Know How to Love Him, led to a 1974 Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress in a Musical.

Works

Acting

• Mary Magdalene (music) & (cinema)
  • Jesus Christ Superstar (1970 Webber / Rice), album musical
  • Jesus Christ Superstar (1971 Webber / Rice), opera
  • Jesus Christ Superstar (1973 Previn, Neeley / Jewison / @1970 Webber), feature film (opera)

Biography

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