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Solomiya Krushelnytska was recognized as the most outstanding singer in the world. Among her numerous awards and distinctions, in particular, the title of “Wagner’s Prima Donna” of the 20th century. Enrico Caruso, Titta Ruffo, and Fyodor Chaliapin considered it an honor to sing with her on the same stage. The Italian composer Giacomo Puccini presented the singer with his portrait with the inscription “To the most beautiful and charming Butterfly.” Krushelnytska’s successes on the opera stages of the world were successes and recognition of Ukrainian music and art.