Irene Cara has died aged 63.
The singer sang and co-wrote the theme to Flashdance – What A Feeling – which won the Academy Award for Best Original Song.
She was also well-known for her role as Coco Hernandez in Fame (1980).
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Irene’s publicist Judith Moose confirmed that the singer had passed away at the age of 63 at her Miami home.
“It is with profound sadness that on behalf of her family I announce the passing of Irene Cara,” she said in a statement.
“The Academy Award-winning actress, singer, songwriter and producer passed away in her Florida home.”
“Her cause of death is currently unknown and will be released when information is available.”
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“Irene’s family has requested privacy as they process their grief,” Judith continued.
“She was a beautifully gifted soul whose legacy will live forever through her music and films.”
“Funeral services are pending and a memorial for her fans will be planned at a future date.”
“Please share your thoughts and memories of Irene. I’ll be reading each and every one of them and know she’ll be smiling from heaven. She adored her fans.”
