Shouldn't we be grateful to singers who are bringing a bit more attention to the world of opera? I would think that it could only help us in the long run.
I don't think you can fault her for wanting to be successful..I would rather be in her shoes (minus the heart probs obviously) earning enough money to have a comfortable life doing spots on TV than being poor, scraping together money between singing gigs at a brutal joe job.
I say good on her for keeping herself in the spotlight. I think she's a lovely singer and deserves the attention.
Catherine
"Vissi D'arte"