Vera Wang, Marsia Holzer, John Pasco, Renee Fleming, Jerry O'Connell Photo

From: Photo Flash: LIVING ON LOVE's Renee Fleming Honored with Cross of the Order of Merit

American soprano Renee Fleming has been awarded the Cross of the Order of Merit by President of the Federal Republic of Germany Joachim Gauck, for her 'outstanding work in German-American relations.' The award is the only federal decoration given by Germany. It was be presented at a private reception at the New York residence of the Consul General of the Federal Republic of Germany, Brita Wagener, last night, Thursday, March 12. Scroll down for photos!