About Karen Holmsen
Lived 1832 – 1912 (aged 79). Karen Holmsen was a Norwegian opera singer.
Karen Holmsen (6 June 1832 – 17 January 1912) was a Norwegian opera singer. She is referred to as the perhaps first trained opera singer in Norway, and the first international opera star of her country.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Karen Holmsen?
Norwegian singer
When was Karen Holmsen born?
Karen Holmsen was born on 6 June 1832.
When did Karen Holmsen die?
Karen Holmsen died on 17 January 1912.
What was Karen Holmsen's occupation?
Karen Holmsen was an opera singer.
What nationality was Karen Holmsen?
Karen Holmsen was Norwegian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Karen Holmsen. https://biography.guide/karen-holmsen/
MLA: "Karen Holmsen." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/karen-holmsen/.
Chicago: "Karen Holmsen." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/karen-holmsen/.
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