Fame theme song singer Irene Cara dies at 63

The entertainment world has lost an 80s icon.

Eileen Karaknown for singing delightful theme songs to cult musical films fame When flash dance, died. She was 63 years old.

her publicist Judith A. Mooseannounced the death of the star twitter November 25th: “It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of Irene Cara on behalf of her family.” Academy Award-winning actress, singer, songwriter and producer Irene Cara said: Died at her home in Florida.The cause of her death is currently unknown.We will release information as it becomes available.”

“Irene’s family has asked for privacy as they process their grief. She is a beautiful and talented soul whose legacy will live on forever through her music and films. Funeral is pending. A memorial service for her fans will be planned for a future date.’

Cara started her career as a child singer. She also tried her hand as an actress in the 70s, when she was still very young, she starred in soap operas. love of lifechildren’s variety show electric companymini series Roots: Next Generation Then, as a teenager, he starred in the 1976 musical film shining.