FLORIDA. (THECOUNT) — Singer Irene Cara has died at the age of 63, according to a statement from her publicist. Cara was best known for singing the title tracks to classic movies “Fame” and “Flashdance.”
Cara’s publicist, Judith Moore, reported the news on Twitter Saturday morning saying Cara died at her home in Florida.
Cara’s cause of her death is unknown at this time.
“She was a beautiful, gifted soul whose legacy will live forever through her music and movies,” Moore said in the released statement.
Cara’s last health related social media post was about getting vaccinated on her birthday in 2021.
Cara won a Golden Globe nomination for her performance in “Fame.” She also won an Oscar and two Grammys for the title track for “Flashdance,” “Flashdance … What a Feeling.”
A memorial service for Cara’s fans is in the works.
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