That Time Emmy Rossum Sang Puccini For Pork On "Conan"

Actress Emmy Rossum recanted a story, when visiting Conan O'Brien on his late-night talk show a few years ago, about when she started studying singing at age 7 and would walk by a butcher shop on a regular basis. All she had to do was stop and sing an aria in order to get a free hot dog. Watch the clip for her spontaneous performance of "O mio babbino caro" from Puccini's Gianna Schicchi.

Pavarotti Fan Jonathan Allen Wows America's Got Talent Audience

"Meet Jonathan Allen, a 20-year-old from Tennessee. On his 18th birthday, his parents decided to kick him out for being gay. An incredible opera singer, he decided to show his family they had missed out on supporting their gifted son by performing on America’s Got Talent." [Source] Judge Mel B, formerly of the Spice Girls, says he must be a fan of Pavarotti and he replies "Oh, yes." She goes on to say that she had the chance to sing with him and he would be impressed with the performance. He sings "Time To Say Goodbye" (originally "Con te partirò") which was made popular by Andrea Bocelli and Sarah Brightman.

He wasn't the only operatic potential the night of auditions. Watch as Travis Pratt sings "O mio babbino caro" after the jump.

Mario Andretti Takes Puccini For A Spin Around The Track

Watch as racing legend Mario Andretti promotes two perspectives, driver and passenger, as he tops out high speeds with "O Mio Babbino Caro" as the soundtrack.