During her lifetime, she was recognized as the greatest singer in the world. Among her numerous awards and distinctions, in particular, the title of "Wagner prima donna" of the 20th century. Enrico Caruso, Titta Ruffo, Fyodor Chaliapin considered it an honor to sing with Krushelnytska on the same stage. The Italian composer Giacomo Puccini gave her his portrait with the inscription "The most beautiful and charming Butterfly".