Who said "I refused to be diminished by the opinions of others."?

This quote is attributed to Maria Callas.

I refused to be diminished by the opinions of others. - Maria Callas

"I refused to be diminished by the opinions of others."

Maria Callas Strength

Opera Soprano Greek-American 1923–1977

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