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Alda

American  
[ahl-duh, awl-, al-] / ˈɑl də, ˈɔl-, ˈæl- /

noun

  1. Frances, 1885–1952, U.S. operatic singer.

  2. a first name.


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Rui Franco, a city councillor whose close friend and former colleague Alda Matias was killed in Wednesday's crash, said he was in shock.

From BBC • Sep. 5, 2025

Hamilton was the first cast member onstage in the 1959 production of “Only in America,” which featured a young Alan Alda at what is now the James Earl Jones Theatre.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2025

Her passing drew heartfelt tributes from fans and longtime co-stars Alan Alda, Mike Farrell, and Jamie Farr, as well as from PETA, where she was a passionate advocate for animal rights.

From Salon • May 31, 2025

Ms Duarte's friend, Alda Simoes, 46, said the coroner's conclusion of accidental death was what the family expected.

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2024

The Lovely Alda is a very beautiful and human piece.

From Edward MacDowell by Porte, John F.