In Memory of L.A.’s Poetry Diva

Linda J. Albertano was a phenomenon from the 1960s to the 2020s. She thrived academically, graduating high school, University of Colorado, and UCLA film school, overcoming a tough upbringing in Denver foster homes. She was a beauty with brains, and early on perfected her skills in Los Angeles. Linda Ronstadt and Taj Mahal recorded her songs, et al.; including her stagecraft on world-tours by the American impresario Alice Cooper and troupe. She did solo performances in North America, Europe and Africa. On August 5, 2005, Los Angeles bestowed the title of Poetry Diva upon her, reflecting and celebrating the diversity and uniqueness of extraordinary Venice Women.

Linda has performed in over 300 venues including the Getty Center and the John Anson Ford Theatre in Los Angeles, the Long Beach Arena, the October Gallery in London, the One-World-Poetry-Festival in Amsterdam, the summer Edinburgh Festival Fringe, and many others. She was commissioned by Santa Monica, CA, Long Beach Harbor, CA, and other cities to do public performances and environmental studies in poetic forms. Media reviews of her performances were always glowing with appreciative praise.

Sadly, this majestic icon, who by many was an “eternal” lover of humanity and art, passed away on September 13, 2022. Her loving husband, Frank Lutz, took on the task of assembling her sixty years of poetry and archives for public viewing and enjoyment. So welcome to the art and soul of our dear Poetry Diva, Linda J. Albertano.

On August 5, 2005, the City of Los Angeles presented a Certificate of Recognition to Linda J. Albertano honoring her participation in the Venice People’s Centennial “Divas of Venice” Showcase, which reflects and celebrates the diversity and uniqueness of extraordinary Venice Women. Bill Rosendahl, Councilmember 11th District