she is not suffering anymore. I will miss you. I first fell in love with you in the movie Body Rock. Didnt know you had parted earth until today. Wherever you are, god bless! Love and respect
I still remember her in 1976 singing the romantic lead in "How to Succeed in Business", '77 in "Okalahoma", and in '78 in "South Pacific". She was a heart breaker back then with a big voice and a big heart.
The whole concert was a treat but I made the cross country trip specifically to see Michelle. The second I heard she was scheduled to perform I dropped everything & made plans. I was in the 3rd row & on the side of the stage she stood so she was mere feet from me & she was stunning. Her recordings are flawless but her stage presence was breathtaking. Entertainers like her are a rarity. Humble, graceful, talented & sincere. I'll miss her.
I remember watching Michelle, many years ago on the soap opera "Santa Barbara." I thought she was so hot in the role of Sasha. That's not to say she isn't beautiful singing in this video. She definitely is. It's just back then, as a teenager boy with raging hormones, my view of her was very different then.
I was sad to hear she had passed away at such a young age, leaving behind a small family as well as many fans who loved her work.
Such an amazing talent. I too had the privilege of seeing Michelle as Eponine in the original Los Angeles production of Les Miserables, shortly before the show closed in June, 1989. I can't even begin to describe the impact she and the rest of the company had on 11 year-old me. I had been periodically following up on the cast and sadly had no idea she was ill. My condolences to her husband, daughters, and to the rest of her family and friends. Make no mistake about it--Michelle touched lives.
Michelle is my favorite singer! I fell in love with her when she was in the LA company of Les Miz. She's a wonderful woman and it's so good to see her sing again - hate that I didn't know about this show - would have went.
Michelle is my favorite singer! I fell in love with her when she was in the LA company of Les Miz. She's a wonderful woman and it's so good to see her sing again - hate that I didn't know about this show - would have went.
Michelle is my favorite singer! I fell in love with her when she was in the LA company of Les Miz. She's a wonderful woman and it's so good to see her sing again - hate that I didn't know about this show - would have went.
Let's not talk about wardrobe and weight - really. You have no idea what you are talking about or what this woman has been through. Listen to her VOICE - it's magic and she's magic.
I was at this show. 3rd row center. The moment I heard Michelle was going to perform, I bought a ticket & made my plans. I'd become a fan of hers from her days on Santa Barbara and seeing her perform live exceeded every expectation. Many thanks to Bruce for recording her and showcasing this woman's tremendous talents.
Michelle Nicastro is the best singer in the world! I'll never forget the times I saw her as Eponine in Les Miserables in Los Angeles at the Shubert! Greatest performance ever! And I saw her dozens of times ( I was an usher so i could see the show!) and she was absolutely AMAZING every time. She changed my life with those performances. Thank you Michelle. Eli
she is not suffering anymore. I will miss you. I first fell in love with you in the movie Body Rock. Didnt know you had parted earth until today. Wherever you are, god bless! Love and respect
naminnooman 1 month ago
Despite having breast cancer, she never gave up!
pbscraze 1 month ago
I've always loved the song but I think this is the first time I've heard it that made me cry. Absolutely beautiful.
leigh877 1 month ago
One of the best performances of this song ever. AMAZING
princepeterwolf 3 months ago
I'm really good friends with her Niece. It's crazy, the story, the talent. She's incredible. RIP
alexals1 4 months ago
I can't believe she's gone....At least she is suffering no more.
pbscraze 5 months ago
If I didnt know Ariel was played by Jodi Benson, Id swear black and blue that it was actually Michelle Nicastro !!! aahahaha! her voice is amazing!!!
ninamermaid 6 months ago
@ninamermaid Another song originally sung by Benson was covered live by Nicastro: "Disneyland" from the musical "Smile".
KBAFourthtime 3 weeks ago
I still remember her in 1976 singing the romantic lead in "How to Succeed in Business", '77 in "Okalahoma", and in '78 in "South Pacific". She was a heart breaker back then with a big voice and a big heart.
farmerbobp 7 months ago
R.I.P
thesearcher 7 months ago
I love her eyes
dmpippert94 8 months ago
It's a terrible shame that Michelle never landed a big Disney voice acting role the way Jodi Benson did. She definitely had the chops.
We know that she played Odette in the Swan Princess trilogy, but frankly, that's just not the same level of exposure.
grammastola 9 months ago
The whole concert was a treat but I made the cross country trip specifically to see Michelle. The second I heard she was scheduled to perform I dropped everything & made plans. I was in the 3rd row & on the side of the stage she stood so she was mere feet from me & she was stunning. Her recordings are flawless but her stage presence was breathtaking. Entertainers like her are a rarity. Humble, graceful, talented & sincere. I'll miss her.
yankeemate 9 months ago
Very few renditions of this song can rival the original. This is one of them.
grammastola 9 months ago
i love the way you sing as if you talk. that's soo wonderful! :)
chintyaat 9 months ago
I remember watching Michelle, many years ago on the soap opera "Santa Barbara." I thought she was so hot in the role of Sasha. That's not to say she isn't beautiful singing in this video. She definitely is. It's just back then, as a teenager boy with raging hormones, my view of her was very different then.
I was sad to hear she had passed away at such a young age, leaving behind a small family as well as many fans who loved her work.
God bless her.
CRL73hippo 10 months ago 2
waaaaa this is crazyyy
drea7404 11 months ago
I hope some of the Swan Princess cast was there.
CubfanDaMann 1 year ago
she died?! holy god no D: How?!?!
HilaryMurnane 1 year ago
@HilaryMurnane I heard it was breast cancer.
CubfanDaMann 1 year ago
R.I.P Michelle Nicastro xxxxxxxxxxxxx
TheBubbleBathMonster 1 year ago
May she rest in peace.
HippyAngel001 1 year ago
Such an amazing talent. I too had the privilege of seeing Michelle as Eponine in the original Los Angeles production of Les Miserables, shortly before the show closed in June, 1989. I can't even begin to describe the impact she and the rest of the company had on 11 year-old me. I had been periodically following up on the cast and sadly had no idea she was ill. My condolences to her husband, daughters, and to the rest of her family and friends. Make no mistake about it--Michelle touched lives.
LaMisereHQ 1 year ago
RIP
craftbrulee 1 year ago
If you never met Michelle, you couldn't know how truly talented and beautiful she was. She was truly an angel, with a voice to match.
MSMH1960 1 year ago 2
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If you never met Michelle, you couldn't know how truly talented and beautiful she was. She was truly an angel, with a voice to match.
MSMH1960 1 year ago
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If you never met Michelle, you couldn't know how truly talented and beautiful she was. She was truly an angel, with a voice to match.
MSMH1960 1 year ago
If you never met Michelle, you couldn't know how truly talented and beautiful she was. She was truly an angel, with a voice to match
MSMH1960 1 year ago
RIP
2rafael 1 year ago
RiP
DaLeving 1 year ago 3
I found out just today from a friend that Michelle passed away.
I didn't even know she was the voice of Odette till I looked her up. She'll be missed.... <:'(
darthvalor07 1 year ago 5
rest in peace mrs stark <3
hawaiianchick2323 1 year ago
Princess Odette you will forever be missed :'(
JaDangerz 1 year ago 2
@JaDangerz Prince Derek misses you very much....
pbscraze 4 months ago
You are so amazing Mrs. Stark. You will be greatly missed. :'(
lorabug1 1 year ago 2
Rest In Peace Mrs. Stark
vballlover22 1 year ago 2
@vballlover22 :'( I know...
lorabug1 1 year ago
RIP, Michelle.
KBAFourthtime 1 year ago
RIP dear beautiful friend.
groovygirl23 1 year ago
Amazing;; sounds just like in the movie after all these years..
why talk about her weight etc? what's up with all the "i have to have the perfect body" stuf.. bullsh*t.. -.-
dakduif 1 year ago
Thanks for posting this - Michelle is still to this day my fave performer. Love her so much - made a tribute montage even. :)
perilousgirl777 1 year ago
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Michelle is my favorite singer! I fell in love with her when she was in the LA company of Les Miz. She's a wonderful woman and it's so good to see her sing again - hate that I didn't know about this show - would have went.
perilousgirl777 1 year ago
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Michelle is my favorite singer! I fell in love with her when she was in the LA company of Les Miz. She's a wonderful woman and it's so good to see her sing again - hate that I didn't know about this show - would have went.
perilousgirl777 1 year ago
Michelle is my favorite singer! I fell in love with her when she was in the LA company of Les Miz. She's a wonderful woman and it's so good to see her sing again - hate that I didn't know about this show - would have went.
perilousgirl777 1 year ago
Her voice is just gorgeous.
DorisDayFanatic 1 year ago 15
Let's not talk about wardrobe and weight - really. You have no idea what you are talking about or what this woman has been through. Listen to her VOICE - it's magic and she's magic.
haineshisway 1 year ago 23
@haineshisway YeS...GoOd idea,
TheFelizishere 1 year ago
amazing voice but that shirt/dress does her no justice
christoph2005 1 year ago
It's a shame she gained a good bit of weight, but she still sounds fantastic. I have all of her cd's.
lobo81865 1 year ago
......Damn.
Some places I didn't like it as much as the original or other versions I've heard, but that last line she really pushed it out! =D Very nice.
SapphireLiev 1 year ago
she's amazing...
EnchantedMind0 1 year ago
This is the way to sing musical theatre in my opinion. She sets the bar for all those kids dreaming of careers on the stage.
Her performance is musical theatre at its VERY BEST, the best it can be!
I applaud her
theatregirlz 1 year ago 3
I was at this show. 3rd row center. The moment I heard Michelle was going to perform, I bought a ticket & made my plans. I'd become a fan of hers from her days on Santa Barbara and seeing her perform live exceeded every expectation. Many thanks to Bruce for recording her and showcasing this woman's tremendous talents.
yankeemate 1 year ago 2
Michelle Nicastro is the best singer in the world! I'll never forget the times I saw her as Eponine in Les Miserables in Los Angeles at the Shubert! Greatest performance ever! And I saw her dozens of times ( I was an usher so i could see the show!) and she was absolutely AMAZING every time. She changed my life with those performances. Thank you Michelle. Eli
eees888 2 years ago 2
Anybody remember when she was on Young Indiana Chronicles as a flapper girl/broadway sta Ann Pennington? Would love to see this on Youtube.
tlyoung88 2 years ago
Yes, send me a PM.
haineshisway 2 years ago
Does anyone have ths complete show?????
nappy1967 2 years ago
One of my favorite Menken compositions sung by one of my favorite voices.
TonyDale 2 years ago