New York Times

Limmie Pulliam, Tenor Who Overcame the Stigma of His Size, Dies at 50

Title: Limmie Pulliam, Tenor Who Battled Prejudice Over His Weight, Passes Away at 50

After stepping away from the stage in his early twenties due to opera houses’ reservations regarding his physique, Pulliam returned to singing twelve years later, ultimately earning widespread critical praise for his comeback.


Source: New York Times Generated at: 2026-06-04 13:18:23 UTC

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