About Rodney Godshall
Lived 1944 – 2025 (aged 81). Rodney Godshall was a singer.
Rodney Godshall (May 26, 1944 – September 18, 2025) was an American operatic bass. Born in Quakertown, Pennsylvania, he was educated at Indiana University and Juilliard School. He began his career at the Santa Fe Opera in the 1960s and later performed with the Seattle Opera, New York City Opera, and Washington Opera, before relocating to Germany to perform there. According to Opera, his characters included Sarastro, Osmin, King Philip, Padre Guardiano, Prince Gremin, Timur, Daland and Gurnemanz. He died in Düsseldorf, at age 81.
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Who was Rodney Godshall?
American operatic singer (1944–2025)
When was Rodney Godshall born?
Rodney Godshall was born on 26 May 1944.
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Rodney Godshall died on 18 September 2025.
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Rodney Godshall was a singer.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Rodney Godshall. https://biography.guide/rodney-godshall/
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